In the News
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njspotlightnews.org - NFL veteran warns high school athletes about dangers of opioids
Posted 8/21/2024
NFL veteran Ray Lucas spoke to students at Jefferson High School, continuing his involvement with PDFNJ's Knock Out Opioid Abuse initiative.
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PDFNJ Announces Radio PSAs for "Eat. Hug. Love." Campaign
Posted 8/20/2024
MILLBURN, NJ — The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) has expanded its Public Service Campaign, "Eat. Hug. Love.," with the launch of new radio public service announcements (PSA) now available statewide. These 15-, 30-, and 60-second spots emphasize the importance of family bonding through simple activities like watching a movie together with popcorn, aiming to nurture healthier family dynamics and improve youth mental health.
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973espn.com - This Former NFL Quarterback Is Raising Opioid Awareness At NJ High Schools
Posted 8/14/2024
Ray Lucas is raising awareness in New Jersey schools of the risks of opioid use.
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Knock Out Opioid Abuse Initiative w/Former NFL Quarterback Ray Lucas Continues at Jefferson Twp High School
Posted 8/13/2024
OAK RIDGE, NJ—Student-athletes at Jefferson Township High School will receive crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids from a quarterback with first-hand knowledge of their devastating impact. Former NFL player and New Jersey native Ray Lucas will headline a program at 11 am. Tuesday, August 20, as part of the Knock Out Opioid Abuse initiative.
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Ray Lucas and Knock Out Opioid Abuse Program Return w/New Events Across NJ
Posted 8/12/2024
MILLBURN, NJ — The Knock Out Opioid Abuse program, featuring former NFL quarterback Ray Lucas, is back, bringing crucial education on the risks of prescription opioids to high school student-athletes across the state.
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PDFNJ Offers Free Child Break Program to Educate Caregivers
Posted 8/9/2024
MILLBURN, NJ — The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) provides free multimedia presentations to parents, grandparents, educators, and other adult caregivers on how to effectively communicate with children about the dangers of substance misuse.
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nj.com - PDFNJ Ex. Dir Angelo M. Valente - "Words Matter"
Posted 8/5/2024
The language we use can harm or help people struggling with substance use disorders.
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PDFNJ & PSEG Foundation Team Up with Old Bridge Leaders to Promote Healthy Lifestyles Among Students
Posted 7/17/2024
OLD BRIDGE, NJ - Third-grade students are discovering the benefits of healthy living through fun activities with a serious message.
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Webinar to Equip Providers with Tools to Empower Parents in Preventing Adolescent Opioid Use
Posted 7/11/2024
MILLBURN – The seventh webinar in the 2024 Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Learning Series will teach healthcare practitioners and the general public how to communicate with and guide parents in preventing their children from experimenting with substances. This educational event, a collaboration of PDFNJ, the Office of Alternative and Community Responses, and the Opioid Education Foundation of America, is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 25.
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WWOR-TV/My9 Receives PDFNJ’s Angel of Hope Award for Commitment to Opioid Awareness
Posted 6/27/2024
Jersey City, NJ — WWOR-TV/My9 was honored with the Angel of Hope Award at the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey's (PDFNJ) 30th Angel of Hope Gala on May 15 at the Liberty House.