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Health Information National Trends Survey Brief: E-Cigarettes

National Cancer Institute, June 2020 The latest HINTS Brief, titled “E-cigarette Perceptions and Experimentation Among US Adults”, [protect2.fireeye.com] examines e-cigarette perceptions and whether perceived harm and addictiveness are associated with

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

SAMHSA, 2020 SAMHSA recognizes the challenges posed by the current COVID-19 situation and is providing the following guidance and resources to assist individuals, providers, communities, and states across the country.

Coping with Coronavirus: Tips for Parents and Caregivers

Lifespan, 2020  With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the news every day, it’s natural to feel some fear and anxiety. Children may be concerned or frightened as well. One of

Substance Misuse Prevention for Young Adults

SAMSHA, 2019 This guide supports health care providers, systems, and communities seeking to prevent substance misuse among young adults. It describes relevant research findings, examines emerging and best practices, identifies

Tips for Teens: The Truth About Opioids

SAMHSA, 2019  This fact sheet for teens provides facts about opioids. It describes short- and long-term effects and lists signs of opioid use. The fact sheet helps to dispel common

Substance Use Prevention

Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, April 2020 One-page description of prevention in Rhode

COVID-19 Resources for Prevention Providers

The Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center, 2020 As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we all are working to adjust to a new normal. This pandemic has presented us with numerous challenges

State of Tobacco Control 2020

American Lung Association, January 2020 We know how to prevent tobacco use and help current smokers quit, but states and the federal government are not implementing these proven-effective, lifesaving laws

Marijuana Myths and Facts

Prevention Technology Transfer Center Network, October 2019 This information sheet covers 7 common myths or misunderstandings as related to marijuana. These include myths on addiction, impairment, and other health effects.

Opioid Use in Rhode Island 2017

State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (SEOW), May 2017 This data brief was created by the SEOW on behalf of the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH).