Substance Abuse Prevention

Free Mind Campaign

Raising Awareness The Free Mind campaign was created to raise awareness about the connection between youth substance use and mental health. Its mission is to help prevent substance use, overdose,

Cannabis and Poisoning

Cannabis edibles may seem like an easy or discreet option, but their effects can be unpredictable and much stronger than expected. Because the concentration of THC is often inaccurate or

Cognitive effects in midlife of long-term cannabis use

Across the United States, the landscape of cannabis use has shifted dramatically. What was once a tightly restricted substance has now become a booming multibillion-dollar industry, with 37 states legalizing

Health Effects of Smokeless Tobacco

While smokeless tobacco is often marketed as a “safer” alternative to cigarettes, the truth is that it carries serious health risks. These products still contain nicotine, which is addictive, and

ENGAGE: Evidence-Based Strategies to Prevent Youth Substance Use

Youth substance use is a significant public health challenge in the United States, but importantly, it’s preventable. In 2024, surveys revealed that 9% of eighth graders, 16.9% of tenth graders,

African American Communities Experience a Health Burden From Commercial Tobacco

Commercial tobacco continues to stand as one of the greatest barriers to health equity for African American communities. While overall smoking rates have declined across the country, African American people

Cancer and Tobacco

Tobacco use is a leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S., responsible for nearly 1 in 5 cancer diagnoses. All forms of tobacco—cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco,

Effect of cannabis smoking on lung function and respiratory symptoms

As cannabis use becomes increasingly common around the world, understanding its impact on lung health has become an urgent priority for both physicians and the public. While tobacco smoking has

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