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High School Students Invited to Showcase Musical Talent
Posted 11/1/2024
MILLBURN, NJ — High school musicians across New Jersey are invited to use their talents to create original songs with impactful messages about substance use prevention and the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle.
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NJ Office of the Attorney General, Hunterdon County, & PDFNJ Collaborate to Bring Opioid Education to Prescribers
Posted 11/1/2024
FLEMINGTON, NJ – The Hunterdon County Prosecutor's Office is intensifying its efforts to combat the opioid epidemic across New Jersey by partnering with the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General and PDFNJ to offer free opioid prescribing education to healthcare providers in the county.
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PDFNJ Calls for Fourth Graders to Enter 2025 Bookmark Contest
Posted 10/31/2024
MILLBURN, NJ – The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) invites New Jersey fourth graders to submit artwork for its 2025 Design a Fourth Grade Bookmark contest. Students are encouraged to create designs around the theme “Fun Things to Do Instead of Doing Drugs.” Winning designs will be printed and distributed statewide to classrooms.
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audacy.com - Ray Lucas stops by Camden High School to warn student athletes about the dangers of opioids
Posted 10/31/2024
Ray Lucas partnered with PDFNJ to share his story with high school students in Camden.
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Communities Across NJ Rally for 9th Annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day
Posted 10/30/2024
MILLBURN, NJ – New Jersey organizations, law enforcement representatives and residents united earlier this month to educate their communities about the opioid epidemic as part of the ninth annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day. Spearheaded by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ), the initiative highlighted the dangers of opioid misuse and empowered residents with critical resources.
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Fair Lawn Declares Commitment to Opioid Abuse Awareness and Prevention
Posted 10/30/2024
FAIR LAWN, NJ — The Borough of Fair Lawn took a significant step in combating opioid use in its community by issuing a proclamation officially designating October 6, 2024, as Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day. This announcement reflects Fair Lawn’s dedication to raising awareness about the opioid crisis, aligning with the efforts of PDFNJ.
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High School Senior Tanvi Narava Teams Up with PDFNJ to Share Opioid Overdose Intervention Awareness
Posted 10/28/2024
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Piscataway High School senior Tanvi Narava is on a mission to educate her peers and community about the dangers of opioids and the importance of overdose awareness and prevention.
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Knock Out Opioid Abuse Initiative with Former NFL Quarterback Ray Lucas Continues at Camden High School
Posted 10/24/2024
Camden, NJ — Student-athletes at Camden High School will receive crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids from a quarterback with first-hand knowledge of their devastating impact.
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Knock Out Opioid Abuse Initiative with Former NFL QB Ray Lucas Continues at Red Bank Regional High School
Posted 10/15/2024
LITTLE SILVER, NJ — Student-athletes at Red Bank Regional High School will receive crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids from a quarterback with first-hand knowledge of their devastating impact.
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Bergen County Rallies for 9th Annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day
Posted 10/11/2024
FAIR LAWN, NJ – Bergen County organizations and residents united earlier this month to educate their communities on the opioid epidemic as part as New Jersey’s annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day.