National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse

Featured Events International Overdose Awareness Day Event: Raleigh, NC Join us for a special day of remembrance of our loved ones lost to overdose and to learn what each of us can do to help prevent other families from ... Read More International Overdose Awareness Day Event: Concord, CA An average of 120 Americans die each day from an overdose, which leaves thousands of families and friends devastated from a preventable loss each year. The National Coalition Against Prescription ... Read More Fed Up's International Overdose Awareness Day Events Announcing the FED UP! International Overdose Awareness Day Event in Washington DC 2017 marks half a decade of unifying families, organizations, and allies from across our nation who’ve stood together in alliance ... Read More

Involved Parents		Students Protect Friends
There are a number of ways that parents can both prevent and recognize a problem with prescription drugs. These fall into three main categories: Educate yourselves. Ensure your home is safe from prescription drugs. Look out for warning signs of prescription drug abuse. More…		Following are ways you can keep yourself and your friends safe: Form friendships with people who aren’t using prescription drugs. Avoid parties or other social situations where drugs will be included. If you find yourself in a situation where a friend has taken prescription drugs, watch over them closely until you know for sure they are OK. More…

International Overdose Awareness Day Event: Raleigh, NC