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Come together for International Overdose Awareness Day
Every year on August 31, there is worldwide participation in 39 countries where thousands of individuals support the cause to help end drug overdoses and remember the people who have lost their lives.
Opioid crisis persists during pandemic
The disruption of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus extends to all areas of life – including the opioid epidemic. Stress during an outbreak can include increased drug and alcohol use and impacts for those struggling with substance use disorders and addiction.
Alcohol awareness month
Alcohol awareness month is in April, but our collective awareness of misusing alcohol should remain a year-round initiative.
Under the influence: prescription opioids
If someone close to you were struggling with opioid dependence, would you see the signs of addiction? We take a closer look at prescription opioid misuse.
National drug and alcohol facts week
National Alcohol and Drug Abuse Facts Week is a program to help educate our population most susceptible to developing drug and alcohol abuse disorders.
10 Reasons to Implement a Workplace Drug Testing Program
Discover the most common reasons employers implement and sustain workplace drug testing programs. Reasons for drug testing in the workplace include managing healthcare and insurance costs, providing a safe workplace for employees, and more. Read the 10 reasons here.
Bumps, bananas, and other drug slang
Do you know the latest drug slang? A new DEA Intelligence Report details the newest slang terms for commonly-abused drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin.
Veterans, PTSD, and substance use disorders
Many veterans struggle with mental health issues as well as substance use disorders. Lean more about what resources exist to help increase awareness.
