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  • njspotlightnews.org: Designated medication drop-off locations in NJ

    Posted 11/3/2023

    About 53% of people who misuse pain relievers in the United States obtain the medication from friends or relatives. The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey is observing its annual American Medicine Chest Challenge National Day of Awareness, emphasizing the importance of safe disposal practices, securing medications, and fostering open discussions about the risks of prescription drug misuse.

  • PDFNJ Champions Rx Safety with 15th Annual Awareness Challenge

    Posted 11/2/2023

    MILLBURN, NJ — The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey is set to observe its 15th Annual American Medicine Chest Challenge National Day of Awareness on Saturday, November 11. This public health initiative aims to educate the public on the perils of prescription drug misuse and promotes safe disposal practices through the AMCC 5-Step Challenge.

  • wrat.com: New Jersey’s Your Song Your Voice Singing Competition Is Back

    Posted 10/31/2023

    New Jersey’s high school students are called to action by The Partnership For A Drug-Free New Jersey as the “Your Song, Your Voice” competition returns. This competition encourages teens to express themselves through music in any genre, from hip-hop to rock, focusing on creating a peer-to-peer message against drug use.

  • shorenewsnetwork.com - Hoboken Native Named Hero of New Jersey Addiction Crisis

    Posted 10/31/2023

    Angelo Valente, Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ), has been featured in Authority Magazine’s “Heroes of the Addiction Crisis” series, highlighting his long-term commitment to drug prevention since 1992.

  • PDFNJ Executive Director Named “Hero” in Authority Magazine Series

    Posted 10/30/2023

    MILLBURN, NJ — The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey's Executive Director Angelo Valente was featured in the Authority Magazine “Heroes of the Addiction Crisis” series.

  • nj1015.com - NJ high school songwriters: Enter this contest for a great cause

    Posted 10/30/2023

    Are you a high school student in New Jersey with a song to sing and a message to share? The Partnership For A Drug-Free New Jersey welcomes you to participate in the “Your Song, Your Voice” competition, offering a unique platform to showcase your musical creativity and vie for a music contract worth thousands.

  • wboy.com: PDFNJ Executive Director Named “Hero” in Authority Magazine Series

    Posted 10/30/2023

    Angelo Valente, Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, has been featured in Authority Magazine’s “Heroes of the Addiction Crisis” series, highlighting his lifelong commitment to combating drug misuse. Valente emphasizes the importance of preventive education in schools and discusses pioneering initiatives such as the American Medicine Chest Challenge.

  • yahoo.com - PDFNJ Executive Director Named “Hero” in Authority Magazine Series

    Posted 10/30/2023

    In an interview with Authority Magazine for their "Heroes of the Addiction Crisis" series, Angelo Valente, the Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, shares insights from his decades-long journey in drug misuse prevention. The interview explores Valente's dedication to early education, legislative successes, and innovative programs like the American Medicine Chest Challenge

  • gloucestercitynews.net - Salem County Residents Rally for Annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day

    Posted 10/29/2023

    The eighth annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day, spearheaded by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, united communities across New Jersey in a comprehensive effort to address and mitigate the opioid epidemic’s toll on the state on Friday, October 6. The initiative focused on educating healthcare professionals, community leaders, and families about the dangers of prescription opioids, promoting safe prescribing practices, and providing effective strategies to prevent misuse, with activities and resources tailored to meet the specific needs of residents in different counties.

  • PDFNJ Calls Upon Students to Take a Stand Against Substance Abuse

    Posted 10/27/2023

    MILLBURN, NJ — In recognition of National Red Ribbon Week, which runs through October 31, the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey encourages students across the state to participate in programs that promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.