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HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Dave Sunday has announced a continued partnership with Pocono Raceway for the annual Drug Take Back event during NASCAR’s “The Great American Getaway 400” race weekend, …
Race to Save Lives: Pocono’s Drug Take Back Tackles Opioid Crisis! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Provisional data released by the CDC’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control indicate a nearly 27% decline in predicted drug overdose deaths in 2024 compared to …
America’s Turning Point: 27% Drop in Overdose Deaths Saves Thousands in 2024 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals a nearly 24% decrease in drug overdose deaths in the United States for the 12-month …
Over 27,000 Lives Saved: CDC Reports Unprecedented Drop in U.S. Overdose Deaths—The Fight Isn’t Over Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) recently announced a strategic investment exceeding $3.2 million, directed towards 13 organizations across the state. These funds, sourced from the Centers …
Pennsylvania Allocates Over $3.2 Million to Combat Drug-Related Overdose Epidemic Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — On Wednesday, Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Secretary Dr. Latika Davis-Jones joined local leaders and experts in Johnstown for a roundtable discussion on the opioid …
Pennsylvania Officials Address Opioid Crisis in Johnstown Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Researchers from several federal health agencies have found that Medicare beneficiaries who survive a nonfatal overdose face a high risk of subsequent overdoses and death. The study, …
Study Reveals High Risk of Subsequent Overdoses Among Medicare Beneficiaries Read More
ORLANDO, FL — As the dusk of June 6th descends, from the torrential Niagara Falls to the Long Beach City Hall in sunny California, over 60 iconic landmarks and buildings …
American Landmarks Light Up in Purple for Naloxone Awareness Day: The Fight Against the Opioid Crisis Continues Read More
ELVERSON, PA — On Saturday, April 27, the Elverson community is invited to participate in a pivotal medication disposal event at their local Walmart, located at 100 Crossings Blvd. This …
Elverson Walmart to Host Drug Take Back Event Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a groundbreaking move to combat the devastating scourge of opioid misuse and prescription drug abuse, two national organizations are joining forces for a powerful new initiative …
Bold Move in Pennsylvania’s Drug Education: Technology and Prevention Messaging Unite Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a concerted effort to combat the persistent drug overdose crisis, the Pennsylvania Department of Health has unveiled an array of free virtual training programs. Aimed at …
Pennsylvania Health Department Launches New Virtual Trainings in Bid to Curb Overdose Crisis Read More