Blog
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New Jersey Leads the Fight Against the Opioid Crisis
New Jersey legislators and Gov. Murphy deserve recognition for passing a 'no supplantation' law, ensuring opioid settlement funds are dedicated solely to education, prevention, treatment, family support, and harm reduction. This commitment safeguards these vital resources from being diverted elsewhere.
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GUEST BLOG: Making Safe Driving a Priority Throughout the Summer
As summer has begun, I fully encourage you to schedule the time to relax with family and friends and take advantage of all that New Jersey has to offer. With that in mind, it’s important to remain safe on the roads as more people are driving throughout the state.
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Guest Blog: Overdose Deaths in Older New Jersey Adults
I am pleased to introduce a guest blog written by Dr. Donna M. Lisi, Clinical Pharmacist. who writes about an often over looked population being affected by the opioid crisis; older adults. Donna offers special insight, as in addition to her training as a pharmacist, she also is the chair of Somerset County’s Local Advisory Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse and is a member of the Franklin Township Municipal Alliance.
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Encouraging Awareness and Action: PDFNJ Responds to The New York Times
In a recent letter to the editor that appeared in The New York Times in response to its article "Has Fentanyl Peaked?", I joined other readers in discussing the hopeful trends we are seeing in drug overdose deaths, most of which are due to opioids. For the third year in a row, the number of deaths has dropped nationwide and in New Jersey.
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Educating Adults About Edible Marijuana
Unfortunately, as more dispensaries open throughout New Jersey and more sales of edible marijuana take place, there is also the misinformation and a lack of education on the potential harmful effects of marijuana use, including the belief that use of edible products is always safer than smoking marijuana. This article, “Are Edibles Safer Than Smoking,” demonstrates that consumers of marijuana products have to understand the health risks involved in using either of the products.
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Happy Memorial Day
Memorial Day is this coming Monday. I want to take a moment and honor those who have served or are actively serving our country today. We celebrate this long weekend because of the commitment to liberty & democracy made possible by the sacrifices of our armed services.
May their bravery forever be remembered.
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Sharing Insight at the National Rx and Illicit Drug Summit
At the National Rx and Illicit Drug Summit in Atlanta, which took place April 1-4, we shared and gained insights on combating the opioid crisis. This event drew a diverse group of attendees from across the country and underlined the value of collaboration in addressing this complex issue.
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Tune In to PDFNJ’s 2024 Prevention Concert
Today is the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey’s (PDFNJ) Prevention Concert for the Your Song! Your Voice! Shout Down Drugs New Jersey music competition. The competition is designed to challenge New Jersey high school students to create original music and lyrics with powerful peer-to-peer substance use prevention messages.
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New Poll on Safe Rx Disposal
The latest findings from the Rutgers-Eagleton Poll reveal significant progress in our collective understanding of how to store and dispose of medications, including opioids, properly. The data shows that 42% of New Jerseyans report being very familiar with these crucial guidelines, and an additional 32% are somewhat familiar. This awareness is critical for preventing medication misuse and ensuring the safety of our communities.
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Supporting the Alternatives to PAIN Act
The opioid crisis has engulfed our nation, and the need for progressive and humane healthcare policies has never been more imperative. In this recent editorial, “Why We Need the Alternatives to PAIN Act,” published by NJ.com, I explain why this proposed legislation is a critical step forward in this regard.