BHDDH and The Rhode Island Regional Coalitions, November 2022 Drug Take Back Day is a campaign that encourages the safe disposal of unnecessary medications in an effort to prevent medication misuse. Thanks to our local substance use prevention community, Rhode...
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Rhode Island Local Tobacco Control Ordinances and Policies
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2022 This archive contains city and town ordinances from around Rhode Island organized by policy topic and is in chronological order from oldest to newest dates. These are valuable resources for assessing the status of tobacco policies in...
Rhode Island Tobacco 21 Public Awareness Campaign
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2022 This Campaign was designed by Tobacco Free Rhode Island. It includes free resources for community partners to educate retailers about the tobacco sales age increase and resources for retailers to educate consumers. To access this...
Not on Tobacco (NOT) – A Proven Teen Smoking and Vaping Cessation Program
American Lung Association, 2022 NOT® is designed with teenagers in mind and addresses issues that are specifically important to them. It takes a holistic approach with each session using different interactive learning strategies that can be applied and practiced in...
Rhode Island Tobacco Free Schools Model Policy
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2022 This model policy provides guidance regarding tobacco and nicotine. It is intended for schools to use as is or with adjustments to sanctions to fit the district's and their students' needs. A proactive school-wide education program...
Tobacco Quit Resources for Rhode Islanders
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2022 A compilation of Quit Resources for tobacco use and nicotine dependence for Rhode Islanders. This is the latest version of the 2018 Cessation Resources in Rhode Island flyer. To access this resource, click here.
Drug Take Back
RI Regional Coalitions and BHDDH, October 2022 Drop off medications from 10:00 - 2:00 PM at local police stations around the state. Find a location by clicking here.
My Life My Quit
My Life, My Quit is the free and confidential way to quit smoking or vaping. Text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or access the website to chat with a Coach for free, non-judgmental support. My Life, My Quit is here for you every step of the way. It's YOUR LIFE and My Life,...
PFS Providers Video: Reducing Underage Drinking and Strengthening Prevention Capacity in High-Risk Communities
The Partnerships for Success (PFS) grant aims to support community building and partnership in high-risk communities, particularly to address underage drinking among persons aged 12 to 20. This video highlights the many evidence-based programs, campaigns, and...
Driving Under the Influence Data Brief
BHDDH and RIDOT, April 2022 This data brief was created by the State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (SEOW) on behalf of the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) to provide information and statistics...