FACT: Driving After Using Marijuana Is Dangerous
According to a recent driving study, as many as 1 in 5 teen drivers say they drove under the influence of marijuana. Read More »
32 CommentsAssert Your Independence: Say No to Alcohol This July 4th
For many Americans, celebrating the Fourth of July includes fireworks, parades, sparklers, and backyard picnics. Alongside the hotdogs and potato salad, though, usually sit bottles of beer. Read More »
5 CommentsToday Is National HIV Testing Day
HIV newly infects about 48,000 Americans every year, but one in five with the disease don’t even know they have it. That’s why today, on National HIV Testing Day, we encourage everyone to get tested—it’s the only way to know for sure if you have HIV. Read More »
1 CommentBeing a Team Player Can Influence Drug and Alcohol Use
Middle and high school teens have many choices when it comes to extracurricular activities. Some will choose a team sport like basketball, volleyball, football, or softball, while others may choose more individual-type sports like track, golf, tennis, or swimming. Read More »
3 CommentsSummertime: Fun and Healthy Ways To Keep Busy
School’s out! It’s time for ice cream, BBQs, and lazy days at the pool. And then? After a while, the long hot days of summer can quickly turn boring. And far too often, the boredom and restlessness can lead to taking risks, like drinking or experimenting with drugs. Read More »
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