In the News
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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.
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Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day Aligns with White House Youth Prevention Focus
Posted 10/7/2024
MILLBURN, NJ – In a national call to action, President Joe Biden declared October 2024 National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts to protect America's youth from substance use.
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Salem County to Educate Community for Ninth Annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day
Posted 10/1/2024
PENNS GROVE, NJ – In an ongoing effort to curb the opioid epidemic's impact on Salem County, the community is gearing up for the ninth annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day. Salem County's Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services, is partnering with local organizations to provide vital resources and information to residents about the risks associated with prescription opioids and offer strategies to prevent misuse.
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northjersey.com - Drug overdose deaths are dropping across North Jersey
Posted 9/30/2024
Drug overdose deaths in New Jersey have seen a steady decline over the past year, indicating efforts to slow the spread of the illicit drug supply have improved.