At one point or another, we’ve all used prescription drugs or over-the- counter (OTC) medicines to alleviate an illness – whether it’s to relieve pain or curb a cough. Unfortunately, too many young people and adults are abusing these drugs for a quick high. Nationally, prescription drugs are the second most abused category of drugs…
Category: Prevention
September is Recovery Month!
Families and Communities Can Make a Difference Oftentimes, individuals who experience a mental or substance use disorder feel isolated and alone. Yet, every year, millions of Americans experience these conditions. It’s important that we offer support to individuals facing mental and substance use disorders. In fact, we need to create environments and relationships that promote…
Summer is Here!
Summer has finally returned! Now is the time for outdoor fun, spending time with friends and family and enjoying things that winter has made us miss. If you plan to be out and about this summer and choose to drink while doing so, here are a few reminders to help keep your summer safe: We…
Responding to Opioid Overdose – Narcan Training
Join us on Monday, July 9th at Tompkins County Public Library’s Borg Warner room from 6-7:30pm for this very valuable Narcan Training! Register now at jdunlap@alcoholdrugcouncil.org – an RSVP is required!
