March 21, 2023 - This week is the National Alcohol and Drug Facts Week to raise awareness concerning alcohol and drug use. It began in 2010 as a means of separating fact from fiction. Throughout this week students, educators, healthcare providers, and community partners come together to be educated on substance use and addiction among youth.

November 17, 2022 - Quitting smoking doesn’t happen in one day, but it does start with day one. It takes time and a plan to to quit smoking. The Great American Smokeout is Thursday, November 17th and could be your day to start your journey toward a healthier and smoke-free life.

March 31, 2022 - For more than forty years, Gary’s life has revolved around alcohol. It has adversely impacted every aspect of his life: his wife has left him, his children seldom speak to him, he struggles keeping a job, and now his health is failing. Over the years, Gary has tried and failed time and time again to stop. Now he feels it’s pointless to even try to quit anymore. “I’ve failed in the past, why would today be any different?”

July 7, 2021 - Big strides are being made against the rapid spread of vape and e-cigarette products here and elsewhere in the U.S.

June saw Texas take decisive action that will help limit underage access to vape and e-cigarette devices, while North Carolina took one of the biggest manufacturers to court over deceptive practices and won a large settlement this week.

October 6, 2020 - While many events have been canceled due to COVID-19, Red Ribbon Week is still on. Each year the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Deep East Texas promotes Red Ribbon Week to raise awareness concerning the risks of drug and alcohol use. Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug-abuse prevention campaign in the nation. The theme for this year is “Mask Out Drugs” and the dates are October 23-31.