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National Grandparents Day: September 8, 2019

September 5, 2019September 5, 2019admin

In 1970, Marian McQuade initiated a campaign to establish a day to honor grandparents. In 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a federal proclamation, declaring the first Sunday after Labor Day as National Grandparents Day. To honor our nation’s grandparents, the U.S. Census Bureau presents statistics about their role in American society as caregivers of their […]

2020 Marijuana Ballot Initiative Submitted To Arizona Secretary of State

August 14, 2019August 14, 2019admin

The first marijuana-related ballot initiative for the 2020 election has been officially filed with Arizona’s Secretary of State’s Office. The Smart And Safe Arizona Act has been submitted for the 2020 ballot. It would legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and over. The initiative sets restrictions on where marijuana can be smoked, prohibits operating vehicles, […]

Dispose of Unused and Unwanted Medications Tomorrow During DEA National Rx Take Back Day

October 26, 2018admin

Tomorrow, Saturday, October 27, 2018 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Eastern Time Unused or expired prescription medications at home are a public safety issue and can lead to accidental poisoning, overdose, and abuse. Unused prescriptions thrown in the trash can be retrieved and abused or illegally sold. The misuse and abuse of over-the-counter medications, illicit drugs, […]

Make a Difference on International Overdose Awareness Day

July 24, 2018July 24, 2018admin

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held August 31 each year. It is dedicated to remembrance, awareness, education and actions that will help eliminate overdose deaths. Activities throughout August and on the 31st of the month can raise awareness, memorialize a lost loved one, inspire change and save lives. Find out what you can do […]

Visit ADHS’s Dump the Drugs AZ interactive map of Rx disposal sites across AZ

April 6, 2018admin

This very useful resources provided by ADHS allows users to search by address to find medication drop off sites. http://azdhs.gov/gis/dump-the-drugs-az/index.php

Redesigned NREPP Learning Center Launched

June 20, 2017June 20, 2017admin

SAMHSA announces the launch of the new Learning Center for the National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices (NREPP). The site was designed to provide resources for developing, implementing, and sustaining culture-centered and evidence-based programs and practices. Learning Center tools provide practical support for using evidence-based programs and practices to improve the behavioral health of […]

BeMedSmart creates video to assist with taking medication

January 3, 2017January 9, 2017admin

BeMedSmart has created this wonderful video to assist everyone taking medications. We know that it can be confusing and time is often limited when we visit with our health care team. This video by Dr. Raymond Woosley offers some tips to help you leave your visit with all the answers to your questions about medications. […]

SAMHSA PSAs Support Mental Health in Our Communities

December 7, 2016December 7, 2016admin

One in five people in the United States has a mental health condition, so it’s important that we learn the five signs of emotional suffering and how to help individuals in need. SAMHSA, along with its partner Give an Hour, is proud to release a new collection of public service announcements (PSAs) for the Campaign to Change Direction. […]