September is Recovery Month
  recoverymonth.gov		  
 

Recovery Month promotes the societal benefits of treatment for substance use and mental disorders, celebrates people in recovery, lauds the contributions of treatment providers, and promotes the message that recovery in all its forms is possible. Read More

  
   
 

Elderly at Risk for
Prescription Drug Abuse
 drugfree.org

  
 

Elderly patients, who tend to take many medications prescribed by more than one doctor, are at risk for prescription drug abuse, the Miami Herald reports. The article notes health experts are concerned about the increase in the number of patients over age 50 who require intervention and treatment for addiction to medication and other substances. Read More

  

Getting Smart about Smart Drugs
   

Kids Getting High with Meth-Substitute 'Bath' Salt
   

Visit Methpedia Headliner
  Characteristics Associated
with HIV Infection
 cdc.gov		  
Hurting Teens & Bad Choices
   
 

In the United States, approximately one in three new human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections are transmitted via heterosexual contact. To monitor HIV risk behaviors and HIV prevalence among heterosexuals and other populations, CDC surveys persons in selected metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs), using the National HIV Behavioral Surveillance System (NHBS).  Read More

  
 
 
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New School Year, New Opportunities
Engaging teens with “Above the Influence”
 Office of National Drug Control Policy

  
   
   
 

In the next few weeks, nearly 15 million teenagers will head back to school, carrying excitement, trepidation, and expectations of a successful academic year. The start of a new school year presents a multitude of opportunities to engage the teens in your community and help them get the school year started on the right foot.  Read More

  
    Cover your nose with a tissue when you sneeze or cough. Visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1 for more information.
   
   
   
   
   
   
     
 

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SAFB Mission Statement

     
 

To provide people with opportunities to create safe, healthy and caring communities by addressing the root causes and symptoms of drug-related crime, substance abuse, victimization, and violence through combined efforts of community partnerships and collaboration.

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