How important is it that we raise public awareness about addiction?

Reducing the Stigma of Addiction

Every day, leaders across the nation look for new ways to raise awareness and fight the growing addiction epidemic.

States, cities and neighborhoods are now taking steps to educate community members about drug and alcohol addiction through different events such as:

Galas

Contests

Festivals

Rallies

Walks/runs

Sports competitions

Conferences

Cookouts

The activities bring people together in an effort to prevent non-medical uses of drugs. Many events provide materials which encourage an open dialogue between family members and friends about substance and alcohol abuse. Some events also discuss how to dispose of old drugs, how to safely store medications and what to discuss with your doctor before taking new prescriptions

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