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National Prevention Week - Underage Drinking & Alcohol Abuse (Tuesday, May 19)

Working with local retailers to reduce alcohol theft and youth access to alcohol?  Check out these retailing best practices.

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May 17-23, 2015 is National Prevention Week, a SAMHSA-supported annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues.  

2015 Daily Health Themes:

  •     Prevention of Tobacco Use – Monday, May 18
  • Prevention of Underage Drinking & Alcohol Abuse – Tuesday, May 19
  •     Prevention of Opioid & Prescription Drug Abuse – Wednesday, May 20
  •     Prevention of Illicit Drug Use & Youth Marijuana Use – Thursday, May 21
  •     Prevention of Suicide – Friday, May 22
  •     Promotion of Mental Health & Wellness – Saturday, May 23

Visit the SAMHSA Facebook page to sign the Prevention Pledge!