October 2018

October 23, 2018

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Saturday (10/27) is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, which addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.2 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet.

Collect and dispose of your unused/expired prescription drugs today (and every day) by visiting the disposal unit at the Irvington Police Department.

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October 23, 2018

Red Ribbon Week

DID YOU KNOW? Children of parents who talk to their teens regularly about drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs than those who don’t; yet, only a quarter of teens report having these conversations. Red Ribbon Week® (October 23-31), the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the nation, is your opportunity to get the ongoing conversation started.

This year’s theme is Life Is Your Journey. Travel Drug Free. Get tips for talking to your kids about drugs. The life you save may be that of your own child or a dear friend.

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