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CAM (CommUNITY Against Methamphetamine)

 

Welcome to the C.A.M. Webpage!
"CommUNITY Against Methamphetamine" of Bradford and Sullivan Counties wish to  bring to you the helpful information.

Who are we?   

CommUNITY Against Methamphetamine or C.A.M. is part of the Communities That Care Coalition.  It is a volunteer group of community citizens committed to fighting the growing problem of Methamphetamine usage and manufacture in our communities.  

Mission Statement:
"It is the mission of the CommUNITY Against Methamphetamine to change
attitudes towards illegal substances and eliminate the use and manufacture of such substances through education, organization of resources and development of effective treatment and prevention strategies for the citizens of Bradford and Sullivan Counties."

 

Goals of the C.A.M. Task Force are:   

• Make the public aware of the history, current status and the future of the illegal drug Methamphetamine
• Aid in the education of  the youth about Meth.
• Coordinate efforts with other coalitions and service groups

 

The goal of this website is to give you an awareness of the magnitude of this drug problem both locally and at the national level.  This is a serious problem that requires the immediate attention by us as a community here in Bradford and Sullivan Counties.  And now, all of the surrounding counties in both Pennsylvania and New York  are involved in this battle.  The problem is expanding across the country in epidemic proportions. New information is being added to this site to keep you better informed.  

 

                                                                                                                   Meth Lab - ingredients

What is Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine is a CSA Schedule II drug by Federal standards.  It is known as the most highly addictive drug in the country.  It can be made from
ingredients at most stores, except for anhydrous ammonia, and can be "cooked" almost anywhere.   "Cooked" is a misleading term because no heat is required.  Its appearance in finished form is what you see in the photo on the right.   Some slang terms used are crank, speed, crystal, ice, and many more. It is a potent central nervous system stimulant.   It can be smoked, injected, snorted, and swallowed (if first wrapped in something).  Meth manufacturing is extremely dangerous because of the many chemical products mixed in the process. They are both lethal and toxic.  Inhaling the fumes, and fire and explosions, are sometimes fatal.

    Meth Labs can be mobile!

 

Methamphetamine in its finished form.
Crystal flakes that are ground to a powder.

                                                                   

Some of the effects of meth
Users are affected both physically and mentally. The brain and all other body organs suffer damage both short and long-term.  Over time  the teeth will fall out
and bone structure will be damaged.  Some signs of meth use may be tremors, dilated pupils, dry mouth, irritability, anxiety, aggressive and psychotic behavior,
and paranoia.  Long-term effects are limitless and include cardiac and neurological damage. The brain damage is irreversible in some cases.  The chemicals used in the process are known to cause cancer.

     

A women on Meth the picture on the right is what she looked like when she began using.  The picture on the left is what she looks like NOW!

                       

Why Everyone Should Be Concerned

Meth users are not the only people that are poisoned by this drug. Making meth is extremely dangerous with the mixing of the array of chemicals that can damage the central nervous system, liver and kidneys and burn the skin, eyes, and throat. The fumes permeate walls, carpets, furniture, clothing, virtually everything.  Children suffer long-term health effects and die from sleeping on bedding that has been permeated from the manufacture.  Explosions and fires pose a threat to neighbors.  Police, Firemen, EMT's, that enter a lab site are endangered.  Wherever meth goes, violence follows say the anti-drug Agents.

                  

                   The mouth of someone who is using Meth

Environmental Hazards
Meth lab "cooks" leave about six pounds of hazardous toxic waste for each pound of meth produced.   Leftover chemicals pose long-term health hazards for all because they remain in the soil and groundwater for years.  Clean-up costs are extremely high because contaminated soil, buildings, and other materials must be removed and incinerated.

To Report Suspicious Activity Call

Bradford County:  
Sheriff  265-1701  
State Police  265-2186
Toll Free 1-877-947-3784
Sullivan County:
State Police  570-946-4610

 

We invite all members of the community to join with us and volunteer whatever expertise you may bring to strengthen CAM.  

 

Things  a C.A.M. Member can do.
1. Attend meetings
2. Join a sub-committee
3. Set up displays at events
4. Distribute literature in the communities
5. Speak at events and meetings
6. Recruit citizens to join C.A.M.
7. Write publicity
8. Help maintain the website
9. Assist at the Sheriff's presentations
10. Help with refreshments at venues
11. Help in raisung finds
12. Encourage civic leaders to organize a C.A.M. event

13. Donate!

Resources / Publications

Meth Poem