Empowering Change: The Transformative Story of Boomer Rose
In this powerful episode of the "Pathways to Prevention" podcast, Dave welcomes Boomer Rose, a fervent advocate and inspiring figure in the realms of prevention and recovery.
The Courage to Change: Tracey Ford’s Inspiring Path to Recovery
Tracey Ford shares her compelling journey from a challenging upbringing in Sheffield, UK, to her remarkable work in the recovery field.
DFAF Participates in the United Nations 67th Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs
We are thrilled to share some exciting highlights from our recent endeavors at the 67th Session of the CND in Vienna, Austria.
Celebrities and Luminaries Dish It Out: Serving Up Fun at the 2nd Annual Celebrity Luncheon
At the 2nd Annual Celebrity Luncheon, celebrities and luminaries will come together not only to dazzle with their presence but also serve up to a heaping helping of fun, all in the name of substance use prevention.
67th Session of the CND
Find up to date matters related to the 67th Session of the Commission on Narcotics Drugs (CND) here.
A Global Recovery Conversation: The Inclusive Recovery Cities Initiative
This initiative aims to foster communities where recovery from addiction is not only visible and celebrated but also integrated into the fabric of society, enhancing citizenship and mutual support.
Brain-Based Tools for Parenting
Brain-Based Tools for Parenting teaches family professionals, parents and caregivers how to utilize the best parenting practices for attunement, co-regulation, and building executive functioning skills.
Marijuana use in any form linked to higher risk of heart attack or stroke
A new study recently published in the Journal of the American Heart Association indicates that smoking, vaping or eating marijuana is linked to a significantly higher risk of heart attack or stroke, even if the person had no existing heart conditions and did not smoke or vape tobacco.
Two Emerging Drug Alerts: Tianeptine “Gas Station Heroin” and Injectable Liquid Fentanyl
The landscape of substance use is constantly evolving due to the introduction of new and potent drugs into the illicit drug supply and diversion of regulated pharmaceutical products.
Global Public Health Threat: Injectable Liquid Fentanyl
This situation is extremely concerning as such diversion could introduce fentanyl into drug markets that are not accustomed to illicit opioid use or exacerbate current crises, such as in the U.S.
