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  • tapinto.net - East Brunswick Recognizes Efforts to Raise Awareness of Opioid Abuse

    Posted 9/25/2024

    The Mayor of East Brunswick issued a proclamation designating October 6 as Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day.

  • Families Across New Jersey Challenged to Tackle Prescription Drug Misuse

    Posted 9/25/2024

    MILLBURN, NJ — On November 9, communities across the state will participate in the 16th Annual American Medicine Chest Challenge – New Jersey (AMCC-NJ) Day of Awareness of Prescription Drug Abuse and Safe Disposal, a public health initiative created by PDFNJ to help raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug abuse and empower families to safeguard their home through the 5-step challenge.

  • East Brunswick Township Recognizes Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day on October 6

    Posted 9/24/2024

    EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — East Brunswick Township is taking a strong stand in the fight against the opioid crisis by officially recognizing October 6, 2024, as Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day. A proclamation issued by Mayor Brad Cohen underscores the township's commitment to raising awareness about the dangers of opioid misuse and the critical need for education and prevention efforts.

  • Knock Out Opioid Abuse Initiative with Former NFL QB Ray Lucas Continues at Sussex County Technical School

    Posted 9/23/2024

    SPARTA, NJ— Student-athletes at Sussex County Technical School will receive crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids from a quarterback with first-hand knowledge of their devastating impact.

  • Music's Role in Healing from Opioid Use Spotlighted at Screening and Live Music Event

    Posted 9/23/2024

    Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ — The Parsippany Main Library will host a screening of the documentary, “Healing a Beautiful Broken Mind,” along with live music performances from 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 28. The presentation, which is part of PDFNJ's Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day initiative and sponsored by Life Center Stage, focuses on the role of music in recovery from opioid use disorder.

  • PDFNJ Wins First and Second Place Jersey Awards for Public Service Announcements

    Posted 9/19/2024

    CEDAR GROVE, NJ — PDFNJ was honored at the 56th Annual Jersey Awards, winning first place for its Wisdom Tooth Campaign and second place for its Scorpion Campaign in the Television Public Service Announcements category. The Jersey Awards, organized by the New Jersey Ad Club, recognize excellence in advertising, marketing, media and public relations throughout the state.

  • PDFNJ Recognized with Multiple Jersey Awards

    Posted 9/19/2024

    CEDAR GROVE, NJ — The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) earned recognition for its efforts to tackle the opioid crisis, earning three first-place awards and one second-place award at the 56th Annual Jersey Awards on September 18. The awards are organized and judged by the New Jersey Ad Club, the largest association in New Jersey representing advertisers, marketers, media and public relations professionals.

  • Old Bridge Efforts Teaching 3rd Graders About Drug-Free Choices Highlighted in National Publication

    Posted 9/18/2024

    OLD BRIDGE, NJ – An initiative between the Old Bridge Police Department (OBPD), the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) and PSEG Foundation has been featured in the award-winning Community Policing Dispatch e-newsletter, a national publication from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office). The article focuses on efforts by OBPD officers, including Detective Patrick D’Onofrio, to educate third grade students about making healthy, drug-free choices.

  • Old Bridge Efforts Teaching 3rd Graders About Drug-Free Choices Highlighted in National Publication

    Posted 9/18/2024

    OLD BRIDGE, NJ – An initiative between the Old Bridge Police Department (OBPD), the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) and PSEG Foundation has been featured in the award-winning Community Policing Dispatch e-newsletter, a national publication from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office). The article focuses on efforts by OBPD officers, including Detective Patrick D’Onofrio, to educate third grade students about making healthy, drug-free choices.

  • pbs.org - "NFL veteran warns high school athletes about opioid dangers"

    Posted 9/13/2024

    Jefferson Township High School athletes heard from an eight-year NFL veteran about the dangers of opioid abuse Tuesday. Former Rutgers standout Ray Lucas spoke to the students, continuing his involvement with “Knock Out Opioid Abuse,” an initiative hosted by Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey.