July 12, 2023 - Mr. Kim Bartel, M.B.A., C.P.S., Data Coordinator for the Region 5 Prevention Resource Center for the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, received the PRC Prevention Specialist of the Year award at the Annual Prevention Providers' Meeting in Austin recently.
July 6, 2023 - Members of the prevention arm of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council welcome the four new laws that will help in the state’s fight against the increasing impact of opioid fentanyl.
The laws, which were passed during the 88th Regular Legislative Session, will prosecute fentanyl deaths as murder, ensure death certificates pronounce the death was caused by fentanyl, provide more NARCAN to Texas colleges and universities, and educate young Texans about the dangers of opioid misuse.
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.
February 8, 2023 - After enduring a worldwide pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns, a downturn in the economy, and cultural unrest, it is always thrilling to come across something worthy of celebration. Something that touches more than a few fortunate souls, that turns the tide for the health and well-being of everyone in the community.
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.
September 15, 2022 - September is a month known for many things and the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Deep East Texas (ADAC) would like you to know that September is also Recovery Awareness Month.
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?”
March 14, 2022 - Spring break at home can be fun and relaxing as well as risky for kids staying home alone. However, there’s no need to be anxious about having to leave your kids at home. There are steps you can take to help ensure spring break is all about taking a break for all the right reasons.
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.