Alcohol & Marijuana during Quarantine: 5 Tips for a Safer Home
Community the Anti Drug June 1, 2020
5 Tips for a Safer Home According to Nielsen data, sales of alcoholic beverages in the US increased 55% compared to this time last year,
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What Happened to EVALI?
Community the Anti Drug June 1, 2020
Even though the COVID-19 pandemic consumes the news, we should mention the latest findings on EVALI (E-cigarette or Vaping use-Associated Lung Injury): Once the Centers for
Vaping, Alcohol Use and COVID-19
Community the Anti Drug May 1, 2020
Health experts believe that those who smoke, vape or drink alcohol are at higher risk of serious illness due to COVID-19. We hope these warnings
Chief Trillhaase: Distracted & Drugged Driving
Community the Anti Drug April 1, 2020
I began my 35-year law enforcement career with the Seaside Heights, New Jersey Police Department. After a move to the Chicago area and a few
What is “4-20” and “7-10”?
Community the Anti Drug April 1, 2020
Code Words Parents Should Know “4/20” is a day of marijuana celebrations around the world. While you may not have heard of it, posts about
March 2020 EVALI Update
Community the Anti Drug March 1, 2020
New information from CDC on EVALI (E-cigarette & Vaping Associated Lung Injury): 82% of cases involve vaping THC from marijuana 52% of cases involve someone
What’s the Big Deal about Marijuana? And How Your Teen Can Be Your Greatest Resource
Community the Anti Drug January 4, 2017
With many states passing medical marijuana laws, and in some cases laws for recreational use of marijuana, it’s sometimes hard to convey that marijuana use
Did You Get Your Card?
Community The Anti Drug January 2, 2017
Did you notice the postcard we sent you among your holiday cards? We hope the information about the impact of marijuana on the teen brain
Typical Teenage Behavior?
Community The Anti Drug August 26, 2016
While most teens in our area make the healthy choice to not use alcohol and other drugs, others are struggling with frequent use or addiction.
Teen Brain Development
Community The Anti Drug July 27, 2016
Weather in Chicago is a lot like a teenager–unpredictable from one moment to the next. Teens are in a phase of change with hormone levels
