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Teaming Up With Kent County Prevention Coalition for Above the Influence Youth Summit

On April 27th, we teamed up with the Kent County Prevention Coalition for the first ever Kent County Above the Influence “Live Out Loud: Dream IT, Believe IT, Achieve IT” Youth Summit.
May 4, 2012 at 4:47 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

276 Tons of Rx Pills Collected at National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

Last Saturday, Americans returned a record-setting 276 tons of unneeded prescription medication to National Drug Take-Back sites across the country.
May 3, 2012 at 6:49 PM ET by Cameron Hardesty

Summer Jobs+: The Pulaski Community Partners Coalition Youth Training Center

In support of the White House and Dept. of Labor's Summer Jobs+ initiative, we're highlighting Drug Free Communities grantees who provide job development opportunities to young people.
May 3, 2012 at 5:24 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

National Study: “Heavy” Marijuana Use Up 80 Percent Among Teens

Today, our colleagues at The Partnership at Drugfree.orgreleased the findings of a new, national study which found that marijuana use among teens in 2011 rose over the preceding three years, with an especially sharp rise in past-month, heavy use (i.e., 20 or more times in the past 30 days) of the drug.
May 2, 2012 at 5:08 PM ET by

Take Action: Find a National Take-Back Day Site Near You

Today in America, more people die from drug-induced deaths than car accidents. Take action against the prescription drug abuse epidemic facing our country--join the DEA tomorrow for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
April 27, 2012 at 5:22 PM ET by Rafael Lemaitre

Friends and Family are Primary Sources of Abused Prescription Drugs

April 25, 2012 at 3:41 PM ET by Cameron Hardesty

The National Drug Control Strategy: From “Rethinking” to Reform

Innovative criminal justice programs and policy reforms—backed by evidence—hold great promise for reducing drug use and its consequences in the United States.
April 23, 2012 at 5:39 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

Addressing Drug Use and Its Consequences in the Latino Community

Director Kerlikowske and Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard meet with the Latino Community in Los Angeles
April 20, 2012 at 6:00 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

A Drug Policy for the 21st Century

The 2012 National Drug Control Strategy builds upon the Obama Administration's science, evidence, and research-based approach to reducing drug use in this country.
April 17, 2012 at 12:18 PM ET by Kathleen Sebelius, Eric Holder, and Gil Kerlikowske

Director Kerlikowske Speaks at the World Traffic Safety Symposium

Curbing drugged driving requires a unified, coordinated effort that emphasizes the important roles of education, policymaking, and legislation.
April 13, 2012 at 4:00 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

Strengthening Partnerships to Combat the Threat of Synthetic Drugs

Richard Baum discusses the Administration's efforts at home and abroad to reduce the availability and use of synthetic drugs and protect Americans from this growing public health and safety threat.
April 12, 2012 at 5:08 PM ET by Richard Baum

Working Together to Reduce Prescription Drug Abuse

The National Rx Drug Abuse Summit brings together leaders from the entire spectrum of civic life to address the prescription drug abuse epidemic.
April 10, 2012 at 1:00 PM ET by R. Gil Kerlikowske

The White House Honors “Champions of Change” in Youth Violence Prevention

As part of the National Forum on Youth Violence Prevention, the White House honors young people making a difference in their communities.
April 5, 2012 at 5:42 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

ONDCP Celebrates National Public Health Week

Federal, state, and local officials around the Nation are participating in National Public Health Week to provide education, resources, and tools to help people lead healthier lives.
April 4, 2012 at 4:09 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

Director Kerlikowske Addresses the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs

Director Kerlikowske called for global reforms in drug policies while affirming the vital role of the United Nations drug control conventions.
March 22, 2012 at 1:41 PM ET by Christine Kourtides

New Report: Cocaine Smuggling in 2010

Data on cocaine trafficking trends indicate that the reduction in cocaine availability in the United States that began in 2007 continued through 2010.
March 16, 2012 at 5:49 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

New Study Highlights the Importance of Drugged Driving Prevention

Nearly one in five teen drivers reported that they have driven under the influence of marijuana—a figure even higher than surveyed teens that had reported driving after drinking.
February 24, 2012 at 10:41 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

George Washington University Reaches Out to Those in Recovery

Assisting students with substance use disorders and supporting their recovery are important steps in the effort to achieve our Nation's education goals.
February 17, 2012 at 9:00 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

New Synthetic Drugs Information Kit for Parents

The new information kit provides the tools parents need to talk with their teens about synthetic drugs and to recognize the warning signs of use.
February 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM ET by Rafael Lemaitre

Prevention: Creating a Path to a Healthier and Stronger Nation

Millions of Americans struggle with substance abuse and the negative consequences of addiction. Director Kerlikowske discusses the President's proclamation on National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and outlines how Americans’ lives can be improved through drug prevention.
February 16, 2012 at 10:00 AM ET by Director R. Gil Kerlikowske

Above the Influence Teen Group Wins MTV’s Unwasted Weekend Challenge

The Essex CHIPS (Community Helping to Inspire People to Succeed) Above the Influence teen group created a winning video depicting what they would do to make the most of a weekend in their hometown.
February 16, 2012 at 9:00 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

The 2012 CADCA Leadership Forum: Strategy in Action

The Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) Leadership Forum brought together hundreds of Americans from across country who are working to prevent drug use in their communities.
February 15, 2012 at 9:00 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

A Week Dedicated to the Children of Alcoholics

Sis Wenger of the National Association for Children of Alcoholics discusses the need to support young people affected by alcoholism and drug abuse in their families.
February 14, 2012 at 12:36 PM ET by Sis Wenger

The National Drug Control Budget

The President’s National Drug Control Budget continues to support evidence-based programs and policies that seek to reduce drug use and its consequences in the United States.
February 13, 2012 at 4:09 PM ET by ONDCP Staff

Georgia Governor Nathan Deal Invests in Drug Courts, Treatment

Katie Greene discusses action being taken in Georgia to break the cycle of addiction, crime, and recidivism.
January 26, 2012 at 9:00 AM ET by Katie Greene

NIDA Releases New Guide for Those Seeking Treatment

NIDA's new guidebook provides information regarding five key questions an individual should ask when searching for a treatment program.
January 23, 2012 at 11:06 AM ET by ONDCP Staff

Governor Beshear Addresses Rx Abuse in his State of the State Address

Tony Martinez highlights Kentucky's commitment to reducing prescription drug abuse.
January 23, 2012 at 10:00 AM ET by Tony Martinez

A Strategy to Reduce Drug Trafficking along our Northern Border

Ben Tucker announces the release of a new strategy to reduce the two-way flow of illicit drugs between the United States and Canada.
January 20, 2012 at 10:30 AM ET by Ben Tucker

NY State Attorney General Working to Address Prescription Drug Abuse

Tony Martinez discusses the work of public officials across the country to address the prescription drug abuse epidemic.
January 12, 2012 at 4:28 PM ET by Tony Martinez

Youth Drug Use: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

January 11, 2012 at 2:41 PM ET by Director R. Gil Kerlikowske