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ONDCP Visits Detroit as Part of National Youth Initiative

On August 8th, ONDCP joined other federal officials on a visit to Detroit.
August 21, 2012 at 9:56 AM ET by Aya Collins

Director Kerlikowske Visits Missouri; Urges Adoption of Prescription Drug Monitoring Program

Director Kerlikowske visited Missouri on Wednesday to highlight the importance of monitoring and tracking prescription drugs in the state.
August 17, 2012 at 11:17 AM ET by Cameron Hardesty

Meeting with Congressman Steny Hoyer

Today, Director Kerlikowske met with Congressman Steny Hoyer, House Democratic Whip, to co-host a roundtable discussion about drug policy in Maryland’s 5th congressional district.
August 6, 2012 at 12:24 PM ET by Cameron Hardesty

Video: Drugs in the Americas

Director Kerlikowske speaks about drug policy with Stephen Johnson, Director, Americas Program, at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
August 2, 2012 at 3:48 PM ET by Cameron Hardesty

National Minority Mental Health Month

July 25, 2012 at 3:32 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

Detecting Substance Use Problems Before Addiction Develops

Preventing the development of substance use disorders is fundamental to the Obama Administration’s approach to drug policy. Today the Director announced a $22M grant for prevention.
July 25, 2012 at 10:01 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

A Collaborative Approach to Reduce Drug Use and Prevent HIV Transmission

July 20, 2012 at 2:11 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

New Safety Measures for Opioid Medications

Today, the FDA approved a plan to increase the safety of how opioid drugs are prescribed and used.
July 9, 2012 at 1:00 PM ET by

Working to Make Our Roadways Safer

July 3, 2012 at 3:50 PM ET by Deborah A.P. Hersman, Chairman, NTSB & R. Gil Kerlikowske, Director, ONDCP

Synthetic Drug Update: Congress Moves to Classify “K2” and “Spice” Chemicals as Schedule I Substances

News from the Hill on synthetic drugs legislation.
June 26, 2012 at 6:05 PM ET by

Watch Live: 2012 UN World Drug Report

10 am EST on Tuesday, June 26: Watch the live webcast of the 2012 UN World Drug Report.
June 25, 2012 at 6:04 PM ET by

Health IT programs to help fight prescription drug abuse to be tested in Indiana and Ohio

Today in Indiana and Ohio, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a pilot program that promises to give prescribers another powerful tool for combating prescription drug abuse.
June 21, 2012 at 11:01 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

A Veteran’s “Father’s Day Thank You” to his Girls

In honor of Father's Day, we'll be posting three messages today about fatherhood, family, and recovery. This post comes from Bob Curry, a Vietnam veteran in recovery and the founder of Dryhootch, a veterans' network. Corresponding notes from his two daughters, Amy and Kristy Curry, are included in the following post.
June 17, 2012 at 8:00 AM ET by Bob Curry, founder of veteran’s network Dryhootch

A Father’s Day Message from Two Daughters to their Dad

In honor of Father's Day, we have two posts today about fatherhood, family, and recovery. This post comes from Amy and Kristy Curry, daughters of Bob Curry, a Vietnam veteran in recovery and the founder of Dryhootch, a veterans' network.
June 17, 2012 at 8:00 AM ET by Amy and Kristy Curry

A Story of Recovery and a Message of Father’s Day Thanks

In honor of Father's Day, we'll be posting three messages about fatherhood, family, and recovery. This first post comes from Jackson Wiese, who is in recovery and is interning at the National Youth Recovery Foundation. Check back on Sunday for a post from Bob, Amy, and Kristy Curry.
June 15, 2012 at 5:52 PM ET by Jackson Wiese, Intern, National Youth Recovery Foundation

The Importance of Substance Use Prevention in America’s LGBTQ Community

June 15, 2012 at 3:50 PM ET by David Mineta, Deputy Director for Demand Reduction

No Shortage of Good Ideas at New Mexico Town Hall Meeting on Combating Substance Use

June 14, 2012 at 10:34 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

A Visit to Haven for Hope

June 12, 2012 at 3:23 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

Lifting Stigma and Celebrating Recovery at Betty Ford Center

June 11, 2012 at 2:00 PM ET by Director Gil Kerlikowske

Veterans Treatment Courts: Providing Our Nation's Heroes the Support They Have Earned

The Obama Administration is committed to the health and well-being of our armed forces, including support for the physical and mental health needs of service members and their families. This ongoing commitment is part of the Administration's "Joining Forces" initiative, a national effort to mobilize all sectors of society to give our active-duty service members, veterans and their families the opportunities and support they have earned.
June 1, 2012 at 4:45 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

Small Business Week: A Safe Haven for Enterprise

During Small Business Week, we are highlighting a few examples of small businesses working in prevention, treatment or recovery. Today’s post highlights A Safe Haven, a Chicago-based not-for-profit organization that helps people overcome addiction and transition into sober, productive lives.
May 25, 2012 at 9:39 AM ET by Peter Gaumond, Recovery Branch Chief

Guest Post: Small Business at Work to Improve Treatment & Recovery Services

During Small Business Week, we are highlighting a few examples of small businesses working in prevention, treatment or recovery. Today’s guest blog post comes from the Co-Deputy Directors of NIATx, an organization that helps lower costs and improve effectiveness in the field of mental health care.
May 23, 2012 at 12:00 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

Small Business with Big Impact: Substance Abuse Treatment Providers in Our Communities

This week the Small Business Administration observes National Small Business Week, a time to recognize the importance of supporting small-business owners. As part of National Small Business Week, we’ll highlight small businesses doing outstanding work in the prevention, treatment, and recovery fields.
May 21, 2012 at 1:19 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

Study: more than half of adult male arrestees test positive for at least one drug

New data show that the majority of adult male arrestees in 10 American cities test positive for at least one illicit drug.
May 18, 2012 at 11:37 AM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

Today’s Visit to DC’s Family Treatment Court

Today, to celebrate National Drug Court Month, I had the honor of speaking at the 13th Recognition Ceremony for the District of Columbia Superior Court Family Treatment Court to recognize eleven Family Treatment Court participants moving to the next phase of their recovery.
May 15, 2012 at 3:10 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

U.S.-Colombia Trade Agreement Takes Effect Today

ONDCP is pleased to add our voice of support for the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement, which goes into force today.
May 15, 2012 at 2:23 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

Making Treatment for Maternal Addiction a National Priority

In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re featuring a guest blog post from Imani Walker, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Rebecca Project for Human Rights. The Rebecca Project is an organization that advocates for justice, dignity and reform for vulnerable women and girls in the United States and in Africa.
May 11, 2012 at 4:50 PM ET by Cameron Hardesty

Summer Jobs+: The Launch Youth Entrepreneurship Program

As the White House and Department of Labor kick off the Summer Jobs+ program, we’d like to highlight another Drug Free Communities grantee helping young people find jobs: the Launch Youth Entrepreneurship Program based in Plymouth, New Hampshire.
May 10, 2012 at 11:57 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

Summer Jobs+: Brandywine Health Foundation’s ServiceCorps Program

As the White House and Department of Labor kick off the Summer Jobs+ program, we continue our series of blog posts highlighting Drug Free Communities grantees helping young people find jobs, while also supporting healthy, drug-free communities. This post features Brandywine Health Foundation's ServiceCorps Program
May 8, 2012 at 3:20 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

Visiting Boston: Inspiration at Roca Inc.

Today I was in Boston for an event with Senator John Kerry to highlight the issue of prescription drug and heroin abuse and discuss what we can do to keep our communities healthy and safe.
May 7, 2012 at 4:41 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske