Health Resource in Action, 2016 Since 1997, HRiA has managed the MA Substance Abuse Education and Information Helpline on behalf of the MA Department of Public Health Bureau of Substance Abuse Services. The Helpline is a comprehensive call center and website that...
Prevention Websites
The Power of Prevention (APHA)
American Public Health Association, 2015 Highlights from APHA’s 2015 Annual Meeting
Broken Promises to Our Children: A State-by-State look at the 1998 State Tobacco Settlement, 17 years later
Tobacco Free Kids, December 8 2015 Since the states settled their lawsuits against the major tobacco companies in November 1998, our annual reports have assessed whether the states are keeping their promise to use a significant portion of their settlement funds –...
National Report: Rhode Island Ranks 41st in Protecting Kids from Tobacco
Tobacco Free Kids, December 8, 2015 A report that shows how Rhode Island ranks 41st in the country in funding programs to prevent kids from smoking and help smokers quit, according to a national report released today by a coalition of public health organizations....
A parent’s guide to preventing underage marijuana use
Seattle Children's, 2014 How does marijuana use affect adolescent health and what parents can do to help.
Prevent Impaired Driving
CADCA (Community Anti-Drug Coalition of America) An online toolkit for preventing impaired driving in your communities.
TFRI Annual Meeting: Electronic Cigarettes
Tobacco Free Rhode Island, 2015 TFRI had its annual meeting in October 2015 on discussing electronic cigarettes: Who is using them? 2009 Tobacco Control Act What is the science? CDC - potential harms and benefits Federal, state and local initiatives Next...
Don’t Forget the Families
Search Institute, 2015 Family Relationships are Key to Kids' Character Strengths What families do together to build strong relationships in their everyday lives is the foundation for children developing the character strengths they need for success in school, work,...
Back-to-School Survival Guide for Parents
Drugfree.org Getting ready for the upcoming school year isn’t all about notebooks, brand new clothes, and lunchboxes. It’s also about preparing your child for a new transition and laying the foundation for good communication. Questions about drugs and alcohol will...
Prescription and Illicit Drug Abuse: Improper Use of Medications
National Institute on Aging