October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month

The Marshall County Anti-Drug Coalition supports the Office of National Drug Control Policy’s second annual National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, which was launched by a Presidential Proclamation this week. You can read the proclamation here.  

In 2011, 20.6 million Americans were classified with substance dependence or abuse. National Substance Abuse Prevention Month is a prime opportunity to rally together and put the spotlight on substance abuse and those affected by this issue. It’s also a chance to recognize the organizations that provide substance abuse prevention services and to share resources that are available to prevent substance use problems before they start.

On Oct.18, the first-ever National Above the Influence Day will be celebrated in communities throughout the country. Coalitions will be able to hold events and activities that reinforce the Above the Influence campaign.