Each summer, the Albuquerque Police Department hosts Camp Fearless – a free four-day camp for young people between the ages of 9 and 13 years old. Read more.
Sources of Statistics: NIH Fact Sheets: Heroin Addiction and New Mexico Department of Health. New Mexico Substance Abuse Epidemiology Profile, 2017
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Video: New Mexico Drugs and Consequences ExhibitWatch this PSA to learn more about the "Drugs and Consequences" exhibit currently hosted at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. Watch. |
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Classroom Resources for EducatorsThe DEA and Discovery Education have teamed up to launch Operation Prevention, a program geared towards fighting opioid misuse among young people. Their site includes interactive K-12 lessons, virtual field trips, resources for parents and more. Go to Operation Prevention's website. |
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How Much Do You Know?Test your knowledge about opioids by taking this quiz. |
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Red Ribbon WeekRed Ribbon Week, celebrated annually October 23-31, is the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program. Learn more. |
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Museum hosts additional programming related to Drug: Cost & Consequences Exhibition
(New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, June 4) The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science is hosting another roster of events. Read more.
“Lost Talent” Gallery on Display at New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
(New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, June 14) The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science is honoring New Mexicans who have lost their lives to drugs. Read more.
N.M. Drop-off Locations Collect Record Amount of Meds During Take Back Day
(May 7, 2019) During the most recent Take Back Day event, drop-off locations in New Mexico collected a record high 9,386 pounds of medication.
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Watch: New Mexico Youth Opioid Summit
Check out these highlights from the Youth Opioid Summit held earlier this year at the Santa Ana Star Center. Watch.