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Clean out your medication cabinet and protect your family, your community, and the environment by responsibly disposing ...
04/16/2026

Clean out your medication cabinet and protect your family, your community, and the environment by responsibly disposing of unused and expired medications.

Safely dispose of over-the-counter medications, pet medications, and prescription medications in pill form, liquids, patches, and creams. (no needles or inhalers).

Find a location near you at DEATakeBack.com



04/16/2026

State senators discussed restoring $5 million of an $8 million proposed cut to naloxone distribution by first responders.

Spread the word this 📢 Prevention works. Treatment is effective. for everyone.If you or someone you know needs suppo...
04/15/2026

Spread the word this 📢 Prevention works. Treatment is effective. for everyone.

If you or someone you know needs support for alcohol misuse, help is available at samhsa.gov/find-help

When we embrace hope, recovery from substance use disorders is possible. Find more at StartWithHope.com and ComienzaConE...
04/14/2026

When we embrace hope, recovery from substance use disorders is possible. Find more at StartWithHope.com and ComienzaConEsperanza.com.




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Impaired driving is a serious danger, especially with underage drinking. Talk openly with your child about the risks of ...
04/13/2026

Impaired driving is a serious danger, especially with underage drinking. Talk openly with your child about the risks of impaired driving, and set clear expectations.

Let’s work together to keep our kids safe. Learn how: samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you

, and year-round, download free evidence-based resources on alcohol misuse prevention, treatment, and recovery support ...
04/10/2026

, and year-round, download free evidence-based resources on alcohol misuse prevention, treatment, and recovery support from the SAMHSA library: library.samhsa.gov/?f%5B0%5D=substances%3A1081

04/09/2026

Are you a social worker, healthcare provider, student, or community volunteer who works with people who use drugs? This training day is for you.

On Friday, May 15, the UMSL-MIMH Addiction Science Team is hosting a free, in-person training in Springfield, MO, covering the following topics:

- Meeting People Where They're At: Foundations
- Overdose Education & Naloxone Administration
- Stimulant Education & Overamping
- Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) 101

Location: University Plaza Hotel · Springfield, MO
Date: May 15, 2026 · 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Free · Lunch provided · Half-day option available
Space is limited - register here: https://tally.so/r/lbA0YN
Questions? Email nico.ruiz@mimh.edu.

It is possible to live a healthy and productive life.If you or someone you know is looking for help related to alcohol m...
04/08/2026

It is possible to live a healthy and productive life.

If you or someone you know is looking for help related to alcohol misuse, free and confidential support is available at samhsa.gov/find-help


. Get the tools and resources to help start the conversation with youth about preventing underage drinking and other he...
04/06/2026

. Get the tools and resources to help start the conversation with youth about preventing underage drinking and other healthy lifestyle choices at SAMHSA's “Talk. They Hear You.”

samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you

04/03/2026

Naloxone (Narcan) can save a life. 💙
In an opioid overdose, every second matters and YOU can help.
How to use Narcan:
1️⃣ Check for signs of overdose
Not waking up
Slow or no breathing
Blue lips or fingertips
2️⃣ Call 911 immediately
3️⃣ Give Narcan
Lay the person on their back
Insert the nozzle into one nostril
Press firmly to release the dose
4️⃣ Rescue breathing
Give 1 breath every 5 seconds
5️⃣ Repeat if needed
If no response in 2–3 minutes, give another dose
💬 Stay with them until help arrives.
➡️ Narcan is safe, easy to use, and can reverse an overdose.
➡️ If it’s not an overdose, it won’t cause harm.
FREE Narcan available at the Stone County Health Department — no judgment, just help.

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