In the News
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Link Between Alcohol Use, Treatment & Opioid-Related Risks Topic of Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series Webinar
Posted 3/26/2025
MILLBURN –In recognition of Alcohol Awareness Month, the next installment of the Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series will focus on the link between alcohol and opioid use. This educational event, scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, April 10, is a collaboration between PDFNJ, the Office of Alternative and Community Responses (OACR), and the Opioid Education Foundation of America (OEFA).
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southjersey.media - "Positive Action Welcomes Speaker"
Posted 3/25/2025
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County welcomed Bill Lillis from PDFNJ to speak about healthy family dynamics and mental wellness among youth.
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Knock Out Opioid Abuse Initiative with Former NFL Quarterback Ray Lucas Continues at Seneca High School
Posted 3/20/2025
Tabernacle, NJ — Student-athletes at Seneca High School will receive crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids from a quarterback with first-hand knowledge of their devastating impact.
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wrnjradio.com - Knock Out Opioid Abuse initiative with former NFL QB Ray Lucas returns to Morris County
Posted 3/15/2025
KINNELON BOROUGH, NJ (Morris County) — Student-athletes at Kinnelon High School will receive crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids from a quarterback with first-hand knowledge of their devastating impact.
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Knock Out Opioid Abuse Initiative with Former NFL Quarterback Ray Lucas Returns to Morris County
Posted 3/14/2025
Kinnelon, NJ — Student-athletes at Kinnelon High School will receive crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids from a quarterback with first-hand knowledge of their devastating impact.
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Community Strategies to Fight Opioid Addiction Topic of Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series Webinar
Posted 3/12/2025
MILLBURN - The 2025 Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series will continue with a webinar focused on community-based strategies to combat opioid use. This educational event is a collaboration between the PDFNJ, the Office of Alternative and Community Responses (OACR), and the Opioid Education Foundation of America (OEFA), and is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, March 13.
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PDFNJ Calls on Middle Schoolers to Enter the 2024-2025 PSA Challenge
Posted 2/26/2025
MILLBURN, NJ — New Jersey middle school students can make a difference in their communities by using their creativity to share powerful substance use prevention messages with their peers across the state. PDFNJ invites 5th through 8th grade students to enter the 2024-2025 Middle School PSA Challenge, where they can create a 30-second public service announcement, compete for a $1,000 prize, and have their message amplified on social media.
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Essex County Business Leaders Invited to Free Breakfast Workshop on Opioid Crisis
Posted 2/24/2025
MILLBURN, NJ — Local business and community leaders can take action against the opioid crisis at a complimentary breakfast workshop on March 26, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church in Montclair. Hosted by the Essex County Health & Wellness Recovery Center, the Montclair Mayors Wellness Campaign, the Montclair Department of Health and Human Services, and PDFNJ, the event will provide a legal update and training session on effective drug-free workplace policies.
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Preventing Opioid Misuse & Addiction Topic of Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series Webinar
Posted 2/24/2025
MILLBURN - The 2025 Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series will continue with a webinar that focuses on preventing opioid use and dependency. This educational event is a collaboration between PDFNJ, the Office of Alternative and Community Responses (OACR), and the Opioid Education Foundation of America (OEFA), and is scheduled for Thursday, February 27, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Last Chance for High School Musicians to Shine in "Your Song! Your Voice!" Competition
Posted 2/18/2025
MILLBURN, NJ — High school musicians across New Jersey have just one month left to submit their original songs for the 21st Annual Your Song! Your Voice! Shout Down Drugs New Jersey competition. The deadline for entries is Thursday, March 20.