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# National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse

Spread the Word...One Pill Can Kill

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- [How to ask for help](https://ncapda.org/how-to-ask-for-help/) - Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog How to Ask for Help Every month, posted on this website are tips that you can use to keep yourself and others safe from prescription drug misuse. However, an essential topic in this discussion is how to ask for help
- [The Dangers of Mixing Prescription Drugs with Alcohol](https://ncapda.org/the-dangers-of-mixing-prescription-drugs-with-alcohol/) - Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog The Dangers of Mixing Prescription Drugs with Alcohol As this blog and the facts on this website demonstrate, there are real health risks associated with prescription drug misuse. These dangers are due to how prescription drugs interact with our bodies,
- [Drug Abuse During the Holidays](https://ncapda.org/drug-abuse-during-the-holidays/) - Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog Drug Abuse During the Holidays It is nearing the end of October, meaning the beginning of the holiday season! Halloween parties and events, celebrations with friends, and more time spent with family are the first things that come to mind.
- [The Science Behind Addiction](https://ncapda.org/the-science-behind-addiction/) - Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog What is the Opioid Crisis, and what caused it? On this blog, we talk a lot about managing stress, other prevention methods, and the different kinds of prescription drug misuse. But it is also essential to know what happens to
- [Prescription Drug Misuse in High Schools](https://ncapda.org/prescription-drug-misuse-in-high-schools/) - Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog Prescription Drug Misuse in High School With school opening back up for the fall, parents and students need to recognize the dangers of prescription drug misuse when students are in school. School is stressful. With frequent tests, quizzes, assignments, presentations,
- [Substance Use Disorder Prevention during COVID-19](https://ncapda.org/substance-use-disorder-prevention-during-covid-19/) - Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog Substance Use Disorder Prevention during COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic is a difficult experience for everyone, especially students and young adults. Due to social restrictions created by the pandemic, students have less access to friends, family, and other support systems to
- [What is the Opioid Crisis, and what caused it?](https://ncapda.org/what-is-the-opioid-crisis-and-what-caused-it/) - Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog What is the Opioid Crisis, and what caused it? Since the 1990s, the US has seen significant increases in the rates of opioid abuse and opioid-related deaths. In fact, the issue has become so severe and prominent in the country,
- [RX Drug Ed Talks](https://ncapda.org/rx-drug-ed-talks/) - NCAPDA’s Founder, April Rovero, filmed the following series of educational videos related to prescription drug and other substance abuse for Teen Esteem that they have kindly allowed us to post on our website. The Rovero’s family story that resulted in the launch of NCPADA from Teen Esteem on Vimeo. Prescription Drug Abuse – Be Educated
- [Breaking Points/The Partnership](https://ncapda.org/breaking-points-the-partnership/) - BREAKING POINTS, directed by Tucker Capps, is a 30-minute documentary intended for adults that explores the stress and pressures our teens face every day, as well as the unhealthy ways that many of them cope, including abusing prescription stimulants.
- [American Greed:  Making a Killing - Doctor Drug Dealer](https://ncapda.org/american-greed-making-a-killing-doctor-drug-dealer/) - https://youtu.be/4p3br487UrU Check out the trailer for American Greed's program airing on 3/13/17 focused on Dr. Lisa Tseng who put $5M before the health of her patients with devastating consequences. View the entire program here: https://view.yahoo.com/show/american-greed/episode/60855932/making-a-killing-doctor-drug-dealer
- [Out Of Reach](https://ncapda.org/out-of-reach/) - "Out of Reach" is a special documentary created by a teen filmmaker who captures the issue of teen prescription drug abuse as it exists in his world. The issues contained in the film are a reflection of this issue across the country. It was created in collaboration with director Tucker Capps (of A&E’s “Intervention”) and
- [Warnings - Parents 360 Rx](https://ncapda.org/parents-360-rx/) - The Warnings - Parents360 Rx documentary is an easy-to-use tool developed by the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids to share information with parents and other concerned citizens about the real dangers of medicine abuse and ways to prevent and respond to it. Find resources and tools for parents, grandparents, educators and healthcare providers related to prescription
- [Chasing the Dragon](https://ncapda.org/chasing-the-dragon/) - This documentary, developed by the FBI and DEA, features stark first-person accounts told by individuals who have abused opioids or whose children have abused opioids, with tragic consequences. Its aim is to educate students, young adults and parents about the danger of prescription drug abuse and the possible downstream impact of addiction. The title refers
- [Bay Area Family Puts Face On Suburban Opioid Addiction](https://ncapda.org/bay-area-family-puts-face-on-suburban-opioid-addiction/) - With Californians now leading the nation in opioid-related deaths, a Bay Area mother and son are courageously putting a face on this terrible addiction. To get the word out, they opened their home and hearts in hopes others can heed their warnings. Go to story...
- [John Oliver Takes on America's Opioid Crisis on Last Week Tonight](https://ncapda.org/john-oliver-takes-on-americas-opioid-crisis-on-last-week-tonight/) - John Oliver tackled America’s opioid crisis on Last Week Tonight on Sunday. He started his reporting with a dog who overdosed after someone threw a bag of heroin over the fence of a doggy day care center. (See below for Oliver’s impression of a stoned dog.) “Rampant heroin abuse near a doggy day care is
- [In Depth: Deadly addiction in the suburbs](https://ncapda.org/in-depth-deadly-addiction-in-the-suburbs/) - All too often we talk about it as something that happens on a dark street corner, but as we’ll show you, it’s happening in well-lit, prosperous communities. Go to story...
- [Do No Harm](https://ncapda.org/do-no-harm/) - A documentary for the medical community on the dangers of over prescribing prescription drugs. Includes doctors speaking to doctors about the need to reduce opioid prescribing levels to help combat America's prescription drug abuse epidemic that is now leading to a rise in heroin abuse and overdose deaths. Executive Producer: Christine Brant. Produced by Ashley
- [2016 "My Natural High" Poster Contest Results](https://ncapda.org/results-of-2016-my-natural-high-poster-contest/) - We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 "My Natural High" poster contest. Jump to: Lamorinda Contest Surry County - Middle School Surry Country - High School Lamorinda Contest 1st Place: Siena Kuan, 12th Grade, Acalanes High School, Lafayette, CA "Natural High" is exactly what it sounds like. To experience or do something
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- [Blurb 1](https://ncapda.org/point-1/) - Prescription drugs have been created to help people with specific medical conditions, to be properly prescribed by a doctor, to produce a desired result that will benefit the patient; this is a “controlled process”. .
- [Blurb 2](https://ncapda.org/point-2/) - When prescription drugs are abused, there is no longer a controlled process; results can be fatal from just one “try” .
- [Blurb 3](https://ncapda.org/point-3/) - Prescription medications are easily accessible. They are perceived as safe when compared with street drugs. They are “legal”, doctor-prescribed and FDA-approved. .
- [Blurb 5](https://ncapda.org/point-5/) - Prescription drug abuse has reached epidemic proportions across our entire society, leading to a reported 72 deaths per day, nationally, as of March, 2010. .
- [Blurb 6](https://ncapda.org/blurb-6/) - PDA is a life changing activity – arrest, jail time, injury, extended rehabilitation, loss of certain career options, legal fees, rehab fees, loss of friends, health effects, death, devastating impact on those around you – friends and family. .
- [Blurb 7](https://ncapda.org/blurb-7/) - Just because a pill was originally prescribed by a doctor (for someone else) and that pill was manufactured by a pharmaceutical company, doesn’t mean that that same pill can’t kill you the first time – it happens all of the time with prescription drug abuse. .
- [Blurb 8](https://ncapda.org/blurb-8/) - In Florida today, an average of 15 people die every day from prescription drug abuse. .
- [Blurb 9](https://ncapda.org/blurb-9/) - Prescription drug abuse can ruin your chances of getting into the college you’ve been dreaming about or landing the perfect job. .
- [Blurb 10](https://ncapda.org/blurb-10/) - Abusing painkillers is like abusing heroin because their ingredients are similar (both are opiates). .
- [Blurb 11](https://ncapda.org/blurb-11/) - Many pills look the same and teenagers may get them mixed up. This can cause different reactions in different people due to the body’s chemistry. It is extremely dangerous to take pills that are unknown. .
- [Blurb 12](https://ncapda.org/blurb-12/) - Mixing drugs with other substances is very dangerous. Some people have allergic reactions to chemicals when they are mixed together. .
- [Blurb 13](https://ncapda.org/blurb-13/) - Taking drugs without a prescription — or sharing a prescription drug with friends — is actually breaking the law. .
- [Blurb 14](https://ncapda.org/blurb-14/) - If you find yourself in a situation that is uncomfortable, doesn’t feel right, causing a warning bell to go off in your head, remove yourself from the situation – walk away, run away, remove yourself from the situation. .
- [Blurb 15](https://ncapda.org/blurb-15/) - Friends don’t let friends die! .
- [Blurb 4](https://ncapda.org/point-4/) - Taking a mixture of different prescription drugs can produce an accelerated and multiplied effect, leading to death. .
- [Teen Esteem](https://ncapda.org/teen-esteem/) - Logo - Link to Web Site It is the goal of Teen Esteem to equip, educate and empower teens, parents, educators and the community on issues related to teens and adolescent health by: Providing classroom presentations that discuss these issues and their associated risks in addition to empowering teens to make healthy choices. Providing school-wide
- [SRV Community Against Substance Abuse](https://ncapda.org/srv-community-against-substance-abuse/) - Logo - Link to Web SiteCASA facilitates youth-led, adult-guided effective drug and alcohol abuse prevention support to teens in the San Ramon Valley. CASA sponsors a Community Advisory Board (CAB), where teens can be of support to each other while standing up for their values. CASA also sponsors Red Ribbon Week, which helps to heighten
- [Discovery Counseling Center](https://ncapda.org/discovery-counseling-center/) - Logo - Link to Web Site Discovery offers comprehensive, affordable and accessible mental health services in time of crises, emotional need and life transitions. Website .
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- [The Sacramento Youth Drug and Alcohol Coalition](https://ncapda.org/the-sacramento-youth-drug-and-alcohol-coalition/) - The Sacramento Youth Drug and Alcohol Coalition was formed in November of 2007 to develop community level prevention strategies targeting teen alcohol use. Building on years of stakeholder experience and the strength of collaboration, the coalition brings together existing prevention organizations that have the power to make a difference in the lives of our area's
- [Video Contest - Awareness](https://ncapda.org/video-contest-2/) - Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Video Contest Sponsored by: National Coalition Against Perscription Drug Abuse Open to Middle and High School students throughout the United States. Video Contest Rules All entries become the property of the National Collation Against Prescription Drug Abuse (NCAPDA) and may be used in whole or in part by the NCAPDA at
- [MAP Activities](https://ncapda.org/map-activities/) - NCAPDA supports the Medicine Abuse Project, a multi-year effort to save 500,000 teens from abusing medicine through education via national media and social engagement campaigns..
- [Protect Yourself and Your Friends](https://ncapda.org/students/) - Prescription Drugs should only be taken when prescribed for legitimate health issues, and never taken recreationally. Following are ways you can keep yourself and your friends safe: Don't assume that prescription drugs aren't as dangerous as illegal drugs - they are! You (and your parents) should read the information that comes with the prescription and
- [OxyContin Poster Children 15 Years Later Documentary](https://ncapda.org/oxycontin-patients-15-years-later/) - This documentary developed by Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing (PROP) tells the story of two chronic pain patients who were treated with OxyContin. They served as model patients in videos produced by Purdue Pharma, the company that makes OxyContin. At first, OxyContin worked well for them. But eventually they were seriously harmed by the medication.
- [The Pill Problem](https://ncapda.org/the-pill-problem/) - Three students from Arizona State University's (ASU) Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications explore in this documentary how a mother and friends have been impacted by the deaths of two ASU seniors from prescription drug abuse. How to help someone with a prescription drug problem is also highlighted in the film. The target
- [2016 "My Natural High" Poster Contest](https://ncapda.org/2016-my-natural-high-poster-contest/) - Highlights Subject: "My Natural High" - What Keeps You Substance Free? NCAPDA is holding three separate poster contests in 2016 in partnership with organizations we frequently work with. Participating Sponsors: Acalanes Wellness Committee Lamorinda Alcohol Policy Coalition National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse Qualifications: All public, private and home schooled students in grades 6-12 who
- [Joey Rovero](https://ncapda.org/joey-rovero/) - On March 9, 1988, a very special child was born to the Rovero family. Initially, we had planned to name him Daniel, but as his birth grew closer, his father decided that he wanted him to carry on the family name, so he became Joseph John Rovero, III. From the start, we all called him
- [From where I began...and with where I am now in my life](https://ncapda.org/from-where-i-beganand-with-where-i-am-now-in-my-life/) - My story resembles one of 'Michael Jackson'...With 'similarities', yet 'differences'... It began approximately '16' years ago as I worked in the medical field for 20+ years. I enjoyed my career with those I had spent most of my days, weeks, months, years with. They became a part of my 'family'. Throughout these years, I would
- [Guardian Angel](https://ncapda.org/zack-tehaney/) - On December 18th 2009, one of my best friends Joseph John Rovero III died from a combination of prescription drugs. Although I am an active member of the NCAPDA and have spoken openly about the loss of my friend, I still find it difficult to put my feelings into words. Losing Joey has changed my
- [Monitor Your Parent's Usage](https://ncapda.org/monitor-your-parents-usage/) - It is so heartbreaking when these kids think accessible drugs cannot hurt like the illegal ones do. I am "lucky" in that my kids got to see first hand what prescription drugs can do to someone, as my husband's mom has to be monitored daily with her drugs. Her doctor keeps prescribing pain killers, depression
- [Warning Signs and Giving Back](https://ncapda.org/warning-signs-and-giving-back/) - Our son, was arrested first in 2008 for DWI and a second time in 2009 for possession and sale of Ecstacy. As we look back, both my husband and I realize we should have recognized all of the many warning signs... signs like the ones listed on the home page of this website. But we
- [My Oxy story](https://ncapda.org/my-oxy-story/) - I had a back injury that led to removal of 2 discs and fusion. Before my surgery I was given a prescription of Oxy with a warning very addictive. Funny he still gave it and many more to me. Couple years ago new injury that caused complications with the old. More powerful scripts given. My
- [Julian's Story](https://ncapda.org/julians-story/) - Not all overdoses of prescription drugs are recreational; some are quite intentional. Here's the story of my son's suicide. Julian was 20 when he died. He'd battled depression since the onset of puberty. He'd been in and out of treatment several times. He was on various prescribed anti-depressants at any given time. As a young
- [A Mother's Nightmare](https://ncapda.org/a-mothers-nightmare/) - The link below will show you some of my story. It tells of my feelings during the worst time in my son's life. He has been clean for 52 days. I pray daily. http://hubpages.com/hub/amothersnightmare
- [Involved Stay At Home Mom](https://ncapda.org/involved-stay-at-home-mom/) - As a child, my blond, blue eyed boy was happy, gregarious and the light of our seemingly perfect families lives. He grew up in a loving family with an involved Stay At Home Mom, an attentive Father who worked hard to provide a nice life, in a town with nice neighborhoods, good schools and a
- [The Progression of My Addiction](https://ncapda.org/the-progression-of-my-addiction/) - It was about 10 years ago when I started taking Percocet for chronic pain. At first I was taking it as prescribed by my doctor.Shortly after I was pregnant with my second daughter. As soon as I found out I was expecting I quit taking them.That lasted for about a month and I was hospitalized
- [This Is the Story of My Parents](https://ncapda.org/this-is-the-story-of-my-parents/) - This is the story of my parents, my family, and how prescription drugs and doctors and a state that just don’t care about people have destroyed us. There is nothing special about my family. We were a normal, everyday family who lived in a very middle class suburb in a city in Nebraska. We were
- [My Dear Brother](https://ncapda.org/my-dear-brother/) - My poor brother worked for a roofing company and he fell off a roof. He fell over twenty feet and became paralyzed from the waist down. The doctors put him on perscription drugs and his at-home healthcare nurse and family members took advantage of him since he had a lot of money from worker's comp.
- [Matthew and Brandon: Two Brothers Not Forgotten](https://ncapda.org/matthew/) - This is a speech that I read when I spoke at a joint legislative research committee in Raleigh NC back in September of 2010. Hello, I first want to take the time to say Thank You for allowing me the time to speak about something so very close to my heart. My name is Frankie
- [David Loffert - My Story](https://ncapda.org/david-loffert/) - After completing 4 years at the University of Northern Colorado for my Bachelor of Science in 1990, 1 year at Johns Hopkins University for my Masters in Health Science in 1996, and 2 ½ years into my Ph.D. in respiratory medicine at the Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University in 1996-98, I thought I had
- [Angela's Story](https://ncapda.org/angelas-story/) - I have taken Vicodin for 20 years for arthritis, two collapsed discs in my back and spondylolisthesis. I also have fibromyalgia and nerve pain that can leave me bed-ridden for days. When I get an episode, I take Vicodin to get me on my feet again. I cannot understand the media recognition this medication gets;
- [Collin's Story](https://ncapda.org/collin/) - We lost our 20-year-old son, Collin, to an accidental heroin overdose in March. The police found the person who sold Collin the heroin and he confessed. I was hopeful that a recently revised law, unanimously passed and signed in July, would be used to charge this person. Unfortunately, this has not happened and I suspect
- [Chris's Story](https://ncapda.org/chriss-story/) - My name is Chris. I'm 23 years old and I currently live in Cody, Wyoming. The reason why I'm posting this is to hopefully raise awareness about the seriousness of prescription drug abuse. I started using prescription pain medication when I was 17 years old. I never thought much of pills back then and my
- [Brook K.](https://ncapda.org/untitled/) - Almost a year and a half ago, right after I graduated High School in a small town in Virginia, I had a panic attack. I was living with my grandma at the time and was on the phone with my friend, like any teenager, having a normal conversation. I felt my heart race, I felt

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- [Home](https://ncapda.org/) - NCAPDA works to prevent prescription drug related addiction and overdose deaths through community education, policy change and legislative advocacy.
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- [Addiction](https://ncapda.org/education/addiction/) - Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is often discovered after the problem has already become acute, so early identification is critical. Here we provide the signs that point to addiction. Then once the addiction is verified, it is important to get the right help. Contact Us Phone: 925-480-7723 E-mail: info@ncapda.org NCAPDA P.O.
- [Fentanyl: What You Need To Know](https://ncapda.org/fentanyl/) - Fentanyl Test Strips Youth Fentanyl graph seniors banner Fentanyl Test Strips (2) For the first time in United States history, there was over 100,000 overdose deaths in a 12-month period in 2021. Fentanyl is increasingly responsible for the growing amount of accidental overdoses. Currently, more than 67% of drug overdoses involve fentanyl. It is now more
- [Mission](https://ncapda.org/about-us/mission/) - Mission The mission of the National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse (NCAPDA) is to prevent prescription drug-related substance use disorder (SUD) and overdose deaths through community education, overdose prevention programs and policy change. Primary Goals Our goal is to equip community members of all ages with educational resources and naloxone to reduce fatal overdoses and
- [Who We Are](https://ncapda.org/about-us/who_we_are/) - Who We Are Board of Directors NCAPDA’s Board consists of individuals who are committed to preventing prescription drug misuse and abuse that can lead to substance use disorder and overdose deaths. Most also perform volunteer operational support for NCAPDA. April Rovero – Board Chairperson/Executive Director April retired from Lucent Technologies as a National Program Management
- [Naloxone Overdose Rescue Training](https://ncapda.org/naloxone-overdose-rescue-training/) - 1. Virtual Training NCAPDA (National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse) is now providing virtual training bi-monthly that will equip participants with critical life-saving drug prevention and overdose rescue skills. Training includes both prescription drug and fentanyl safety education along with how to recognize and respond to an opioid-related overdose using NARCAN®, the spray version of
- [International Overdose Awareness Day 2026](https://ncapda.org/international-overdose-awareness-day-2026/) - Bay Area Events RALEIGH, NC IOAD REMEMBRANCE EVENT RESOURCES Bay Area Events International Overdose Awareness Day 2026 What is International Overdose Awareness Day? International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose and remember without stigma those who have died from a drug overdose. The campaign also acknowledges the profound
- [Donate](https://ncapda.org/get-involved/donate/) - Thank you for donating to support the vital prescription drug/fentanyl safety community education and Naloxone overdose rescue kit distribution programs led by the National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse (NCAPDA). To make your donation, click on the yellow ‘Donate’ button above or mail a check to us as noted below. Please follow the instructions below
- [International Overdose Awareness Day 2025](https://ncapda.org/international-overdose-awareness-day-2025/) - Bay Area Events RALEIGH, NC IOAD REMEMBRANCE EVENT RESOURCES Bay Area Events International Overdose Awareness Day 2026 What is International Overdose Awareness Day? International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose and remember without stigma those who have died from a drug overdose. The campaign also acknowledges the profound
- [Naloxone](https://ncapda.org/naloxone/) - Naloxone Can Save Lives! What is Naloxone? Naloxone is an over-the-counter OTC) medication that can quickly reverse an overdose from either prescribed painkillers or illicit forms of opioids such as heroin and fentanyl. Naloxone is available in multiple forms, including intramuscular injection and nasal spray. Naloxone does not affect someone who does not have
- [Upcoming Events](https://ncapda.org/upcoming-events/) - Upcoming Events Scroll down to see all of NCAPDA’s upcoming events.
- [Spanish Translation](https://ncapda.org/spanish-translation/) - La respuesta de emergencia para una sobredosis de opioides Intente despertar a la persona afectada Agítela y grite su nombre si la conoce. Si no responde, apriete su músculo trapecio o apriete los nudillos contra su esternón durante 5 a 10 segundos. Si aún no responde o no está respirando y tiene la piel fría
- [Substance Use Disorder During Pregnancy](https://ncapda.org/substance-use-disorder-during-pregnancy/) - Over 40 million people in America suffer from a substance use disorder. These disorders are chronic, but can be treated. They can affect anyone – including people who are pregnant. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) found that around 5% of people use drugs or alcohol during pregnancy. In order to improve health outcomes
- [Translation Resource Library](https://ncapda.org/translated-overdose-rescue-training-materials/) - Inspiration Behind this Translation Project The NCAPDA’s Translated Materials website is designed to address the critical need for accessible information on the dangers of fentanyl and other prescription opioids, as well as how to reverse an opioid overdose using naloxone. This initiative aims to broaden the reach of vital educational resources by translating them into
- [English Translation](https://ncapda.org/english-translation/) - English (1) English Overdose Reversal Steps English Overdose Signs English Fake Pills English Fake Pills (2) Opioid Overdose Reversal Steps Try to wake up the person Shake them and shout their name if you know it. If no response, perform a sternal rub and/or squeeze their trapezius muscle. If they are still not breathing or
- [Tagalog Translation](https://ncapda.org/tagalog-translation/) - Tagalog (3) Tagalog Overdose Reversal Steps (1) Tagalog Overdose Signs (1) Tagalog Fake Pills (2) Tagalog Fake Pills (3) Mga Hakbang sa Pag Kontra Laban Sa Labis na Opioid Subukan Gisingin ang Tao Alugin ang katawan at isigaw ang pangalan (kung alam mo) Kung walang malay, hilutin ang buto sa dibdib o pisilin ang trapezius
- [Pashto Translation](https://ncapda.org/pashto-translation/) - یو څوک چې د ډیر مقدار څخه رنځ وي ممکن د لاندې نښو څخه کوم یو څرګند کړي بې ځوابی يا بې هوشی کم, بې قراره, یا غائب تنفس ورو یا غائب نبض د خڼار, غړار, یا خفګۍ آوازونه زیړ, یخ, یا خولنه څرمن کمزوري عضلات اودي, کاسني, یا ایرو رنګي شونډې یا نوکونه د
- [Farsi Translation](https://ncapda.org/farsi-translation/) - فردی که از اوردوز رنج می برد ممکن است یکی از علائم زیر را نشان دهد عدم واکنش یا بی هوشی تنفس کم عمق، نامنظم یا غایب نبض کم است یا وجود ندارد صداهای خروپف، غرغر یا خفگی پوست رنگ پریده٬ سرد یا لطیف عضلات سست می شوند لب ها/ناخن ها آبی، بنفش یا خاکستری
- [Turkish Translation](https://ncapda.org/turkish-translation/) - içerir. Sakinleştiriciler, uyarıcılar, opioidler gibi reçeteli ilaçlar ile fentanile bağlı ölümlerdekiartış arasındaki korkutucu bağlantıya bakacağız. Ayrıca aşırı dozu nasıl tanıyacağınızı ve bunanasıl tepki vereceğini de öğreneceksiniz. Bu sunumda konuşacağımız konular bunlar: Madde Kullanım Bozukluğu ve Aşırı Doz Etkileri Reçeteli İlaç Güvenliği Reçeteli ve Yasadışı Opioidler Nalokson Hakkında Genel Bilgiler Opioid Aşırı Doz Kurtarma Adımları Sizin
- [Vietnamese Translation](https://ncapda.org/vietnamese-translation/) - Vietnamese Vietnamese Overdose Reversal Steps Vietnamese Overdose Signs Vietnamese Fake Pills Vietnamese Fake Pills (1) Khẩn cấp Phản ứng cho Opioid Quá Liều Cố Gắng Thức Người Đó Dậy Lắc họ và hét lên tên của họ nếu bạn biết tên Nếu họ không trả lời, hãy chà xát xương ức và / hoặc bóp
- [10 Warning Signs of Prescription Painkiller Dependency](https://ncapda.org/education/addiction/10-warning-signs/) - Warning Signs of Opioid Use Disorder Thousands of Americans rely on prescription painkillers (opioids) for the relief of pain and discomfort from ailments such as headaches, menstrual cramps, surgery recovery, or lingering pain from an injury. However this reliance on pain medication can unexpectedly lead to physical dependence that may evolve into Opioid Use Disorder. The
- [Portuguese Translation](https://ncapda.org/portuguese-translation/) - Portuguese (3) Portuguese Overdose Reversal Steps Portuguese Overdose Signs Portuguese Fake Pills Portuguese Fake Pills (1) Reposta de Emergencia para Overdose de Opioides Tente acordar a pessoa Tente acordar a pessoa agitando-a e chamando seu nome, se você o conhecer. Se não houver resposta, faça um estímulo doloroso, como esfregar o esterno ou apertar o
- [Japanese Translation](https://ncapda.org/japanese-translation/) - Japanese Japanese Overdose Reversal Steps Japanese Overdose Signs Japanese Fake Pills Japanese Fake Pills (1) オピオイド 過剰摂取の 緊急対応 患者を起こそうと試みる 体をゆすり、名前を知っている場合は名前を呼ぶ 応答がない場合、胸部を軽く叩く、または肩の上部を強く押す 呼吸や応答がまだ無く、肌が冷たく汗ばんでいる場合は、過剰摂取を疑い、次の行動を起こす！ ナロキソンの鼻スプレーの投与 患者の頭を後ろに傾ける ナロキソン鼻スプレーを包装から取り出し、ノズルを患者の鼻孔の1つに優しく挿入する プランジャーをしっかり押して、最初の投与量のナロキソンを投与する 2-3分待ち、患者が自分で呼吸していない場合は、もう片方の鼻孔に次の投与量のナロキソンを投与する ナロキソン投与後に、911に電話をかける 目撃した事実のみを報告し、推測は避ける 「薬物」や「過剰摂取」などの言葉は避ける EMSが到着した際に、把握している場合には、使用された薬物とナロキソンの量を伝える。 カリフォルニア州の善きサマリア人の法では、過剰摂取に対応し、ナロキソンを投与する立ち合い者は、自身が影響下にある場合や、少量の薬物と器具を所持している場合でも限定的な免責を受けることができる。 呼吸の確認 呼吸が乱れているか止まっている場合、最初の投与と2回目の投与の間に人工呼吸またはCPR(訓練を受けている場合)を行う 自分の口と患者の口の間に保護バリアを置くことを忘れない まだ呼吸がない場合は、2-3分後にもう片方の鼻孔に2回目のナロキソンを投与する 患者が自分で呼吸を始めたら、回復体位にする 患者の側で 待機する 可能な限りEMSが到着するまで患者と一緒に待機する。到着前に立ち去る必要がある場合は、患者を回復体位にする 患者が意識を取り戻したら、落ち着いて何が起こったのかを説明し、周囲にスペースを作る ナロキソンの効果は30-90分で切れるが、オピオイドがまだ体内に残っている場合は再度過剰摂取する可能性がある 患者が判断と救援のために救急医療施設に行くことが重要だが、患者が行くことを拒否する場合は、再び過剰摂取が起こる可能性があるため、最大4時間まで状態を確認する必要がある 再び過剰摂取した場合は、同じ過剰摂取の対応手順を繰り返す オピオイドの過剰摂取を元に戻す手順の電子コピーをダウンロードするには、ここをクリックしてください。 オピオイド過剰摂取の症状 過剰摂取に苦しんでいる人は、次のいずれかの症状を示す可能性があります: 反応がない、または意識がない 呼吸が浅い、乱れている、または呼吸 していない
- [Mandarin Translation](https://ncapda.org/mandarin-translation/) - 服药过量的人可能会出现以下任何症状： 反应迟钝或失去知觉 呼吸浅、不稳定或或消失 脉搏微弱或消失 打鼾、咕噜声或窒息 皮肤苍白/冰冷/发冷 肌肉瘫软 嘴唇/指甲发蓝、发紫或发灰 要下载服药过量迹象的电子副本，请单击此处。 推介会 本演示旨在向您介绍处方药和芬太尼的安全性。包括药物过量救援训练。在演示过程中，您将了解到镇静剂、阿片类兴奋剂等药物与芬太尼相关死亡人数增加之间存在令人担忧的联系。您还将学习如何识别和应对阿片类药物过量。 这些是我们将在培训中涵盖的主题： 药物滥用障碍 (SUD) 和药物过量的影响 处方药安全 处方和非法阿片类药物 纳洛酮 服药过量救援训练 您可以采取的行动 资源 要查看演示文稿或下载演示文稿幻灯片或脚本，请单击以下链接： 演示视频 演示幻灯片 演示脚本
- [Cantonese Translation](https://ncapda.org/cantonese-translation/) - 服药过量的人可能会出现以下任何症状： 反應遲鈍或失去知覺 呼吸淺、不穩定或或消失 脈搏微弱或消失 打鼾、咕嚕聲或窒息 皮膚蒼白/冰冷/發冷 肌肉癱軟 嘴脣/指甲發藍、發紫或發灰 要下载服药过量迹象的电子副本，请单击此处。 推介会 本演示旨在向您介绍处方药和芬太尼的安全性。包括药物过量救援训练。在演示过程中，您将了解到镇静剂、阿片类兴奋剂等药物与芬太尼相关死亡人数增加之间存在令人担忧的联系。您还将学习如何识别和应对阿片类药物过量。 这些是我们将在培训中涵盖的主题： 药物滥用障碍 (SUD) 和药物过量的影响 处方药安全 处方和非法阿片类药物 纳洛酮 服药过量救援训练 您可以采取的行动 资源 要查看演示文稿或下载演示文稿幻灯片或脚本，请单击以下链接： 演示视频 演示幻灯片 演示脚本
- [Russian Translation](https://ncapda.org/russian-translation/) - У человека, страдающего передозировкой, могут наблюдаться любые из следующих симптомов: Человек не реагирует на происходящее или находится без сознания Слабое, неустойчивое или отсутствие дыхания Пульс слабый или отсутствует Храп или звуки удушья Бледная, холодная, или липкая кожа Мышцы хромают Губы/ногти синие, фиолетовые или серые Чтобы загрузить электронную копию книги «Признаки передозировки опиоидами», нажмите здесь.
- [Korean Translation](https://ncapda.org/korean-translation/) - Korean Korean Overdose Reversal Steps Korean Overdose Signs Korean Fake Pills Korean Fake Pills (1) 아편유사제 과다복용 대응 긴급 처치 사람을 깨워보세요 흔들어 깨우세요. 이름을 알고 있다면, 이름을 부르면서 깨우세요. 반응이 없다면 가슴뼈를 누르거나/혹은 견갑근을 꼬집어보세요. 여전히 호흡이 없거나 반응이 없고 피부가 차갑고 축축하다면 과다복용으로 간주하고 조치를 취하세요. 날록손 코 스프레이 투여 사람의 머리를
- [Dari Translation](https://ncapda.org/dari-translation/) - فردی که از اوردوز رنج می برد ممکن است یکی از علائم زیر را نشان دهد عدم واکنش یا بی هوشی تنفس کم عمق، نامنظم یا غایب نبض کم است یا وجود ندارد صداهای خروپف، غرغر یا خفگی پوست رنگ پریده٬ سرد یا لطیف عضلات سست می شوند لب ها/ناخن ها آبی، بنفش یا خاکستری
- [Arabic Translation](https://ncapda.org/arabic-translation/) - سلامة الأدوية الموصوفة طبيًاالوصفات الطبية والمواد الأفيونية غير المشروعةالنالوكسونجرعة زائدة التدريب على الإنقاذالإجراءات التي يمكنك اتخاذهاموارد لعرض العرض التقديمي أو تنزيل شرائح العرض التقديمي أو البرنامج النصي، انقر فوق الروابط التالية فيديو العرضشرائح العرضالسيناريو العرض
- [Awareness Tools](https://ncapda.org/education/tools/) - Downloadable Educational & Awareness Tools Tools for Parents Downloadable Overdose Resources Talking to Kids About Alcohol and Other Drugs: 5 Conversation Goals Facts about the effects of Prescription Stimulants Talking with Your Child About Opioids: Keeping Your Kids Safe Downloadable Opioid Lethal Dose Infographic Resources​ Answering Your Child’s Tough Questions Impaired Driving: Talk With Your
- [Parents](https://ncapda.org/parents/) - Parents Parents are critical to the fight against prescription drug misuse. Following is advice and resources for parents to help their children navigate safely through their teen and young adult years. What Parents Can Do These are some of the key ways that parents can prevent their child’s abuse of prescription drugs or determine if
- [Resource Links](https://ncapda.org/education/drug-resource-links/) - Resources We have combed the web for useful information about drugs, their dangers, and how to get help. The links below are organized into the following categories: Drug Information and Educational Resources. Drug Infromation Drugs.com Pill Finder Are you worried about those capsules you found in your teen’s bathroom cabinet? There’s a good chance
- [Recent Events](https://ncapda.org/recent-events/) - Recent Events Hands on CPR and Overdose Rescue Workshop NCAPDA recently partnered with our UC Berkeley cohort of Interns and the Berkeley Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) to host an on-campus CPR and Overdose Rescue Workshop. This essential training aimed to equip participants with life-saving skills, such as how to recognize and respond to an overdose and
- [Request Our Services](https://ncapda.org/about-us/request-our-services/) - Request Our Services Please complete this form to schedule support for an educational event or activity related to prescription drug abuse prevention. We offer the following services: Youth and Adult Workshops K-12 and College Classroom Presentations School Assemblies Panel Presentations Town Hall Meetings Film Screenings Service Club Presentations (e.g., Kiwanis, Rotary, Lions, Soroptimist) Please
- [Inicio](https://ncapda.org/home/recursos-en-espanol/) - OD reversal El consumo de cualquier medicamento o vitamina puede ser peligroso si se toma de manera incorrecta o por la persona equivocada. Esto incluye también medicamentos recetados por un doctor. Es importante almacenar sus medicamentos en un lugar seguro para que estén fuera del alcance de niños, mascotas o cualquier otra persona que pueda
- [Recursos](https://ncapda.org/recursos/) - OD reversal Información sobre medicamentos Información al consumidor de medicamentos ¿Está preocupado por esas cápsulas que encontró en la habitación de su niño? Existe una gran posibilidad que nuestro “asistente para identificación de píldoras” (Buscador de píldoras) pueda ayudarle a hacer coincidir el tamaño, la forma y el color de estas píldoras junto con una
- [La xilacina: Todo lo qué tiene que saber sobre esta droga para mantenerse a salvo](https://ncapda.org/la-xilacina/) - La xilacina: Todo lo qué tiene que saber sobre esta droga para mantenerse a salvo ¿De dónde viene la xilacina? La xilacina ingresó al mercado de drogas ilícitas por medio de repartidores farmacéuticos, dado que comúnmente se utiliza para sedación procedural en la medicina veterinaria. Sorprendentemente, la droga está disponible para su compra en varios
- [Naloxona](https://ncapda.org/comienzo/) - OD reversal ¿Qué es NARCAN®? NARCAN® es el nombre comercial del medicamento naloxona que se administra en las fosas nasales de una persona que está sufriendo una sobredosis de opioides. Este aerosol nasal, el cual está aprobado por la FDA, no necesita agujas y está listo para usarse. Para obtener más información sobre NARCAN® y
- [Sobre Nosotros](https://ncapda.org/sobre-nosotros/) - OD reversal Dona a NCAPDA Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Youtube Copyright © 2026 National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse | Powered by National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse | NCAPDA es una organización 501 (c) 3 sin fines de lucro. Identificación fiscal 90-0769605
- [Xylazine 101](https://ncapda.org/xylazine-101/) - Xylazine: What You Need to Know to Keep You and Your Family Safe Where Does Xylazine Come From? Xylazine likely entered the illicit drug market through pharmaceutical distributors, as it is commonly used for procedural sedation in veterinary medicine. Surprisingly, it is also available for purchase on various Internet sites, often without an affiliation to
- [Life's Too Good](https://ncapda.org/lifes-too-good-2/) - English Arabic Chinese (Simplified) Dutch English Filipino French German Italian Portuguese Russian Spanish Youth Corner Blog Saving Lives Through Collaborative Action Submit What makes your life too good to be wasted? The “Life’s Too Good To Be Wasted” campaign is a place for youth to share things they celebrate and cherish in life. Here, you
- [No Access](https://ncapda.org/no-access/)
- [2020 Art For Action Postponed](https://ncapda.org/art4action2020/) - NOTE: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this event has been postponed. It will be rescheduled once this public health emergency has been resolved. Please note that our Call for Artists is still active. Artists should complete the entry form now to let us know they play to participate, but we will let them know what
- [Prescription Pain Relievers (Opioids)](https://ncapda.org/education/drugs/pain-relievers-opioids/) - Pain Relievers (Opioids) Commonly prescribed opioids: Codeine, OxyContin, Percocet, and Vicodin. What are prescription opioids? Prescription opioids are pain relievers. These medications also affect areas of the brain that control emotion, which can cause feelings of euphoria. (NIDA) What form do they come in? Tablets, capsules, transdermal patches. How are prescription opioids used? When taken
- [Stimulants](https://ncapda.org/education/drugs/stimulants-copy/) - Stimulants Commonly prescribed stimulants: Adderall, Dexedrine, Ritalin. What are prescription stimulants? Prescription stimulants are medications which target the central nervous system and accelerate brain activity. They are typically used to increase energy and attention but also affect blood pressure, heart rate, and other bodily functions. What do they look like? Tablets and capsules. How are
- [Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants](https://ncapda.org/education/drugs/sedatives-and-tranquilizers-copy/) - Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants Commonly prescribed CNS depressants: Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium), non-benzodiazepine sleep medications (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata), barbiturates (Mebaral, Luminol Sodium, Nembutal). What are CNS depressants? CNS depressants, sometimes referred to as sedatives and tranquilizers, are substances that can slow brain activity. This property makes them useful for treating anxiety and sleep disorders. (NIDA)
- [Addiction Questionnaire](https://ncapda.org/education/addiction/addiction-questionnaire/) - Addiction Questionnaire For many individuals addicted to painkillers and other prescription drugs, the hardest part is coming to grips with the fact that they have a problem. In fact, denial that there is a problem is one of the biggest roadblocks in seeking help. Taking a self-assessment can be the first step to recovery. Click
- [Medication Safety For Older Adults](https://ncapda.org/medication-safety-for-older-adults/) - Together, we can keep each other safe Medication Safety For Older Adults Prescription medications become more common as people get older. Adults over 65-years-old take more prescription medications than other age groups. They are prescribed to treat a chronic illness, pain, or as a tool to prevent other illnesses. Our intention is to provide information
- [Drug Overdose Response: Know the Signs](https://ncapda.org/parents/drug-overdose/) - Drug Overdose Response: Know the Signs Overview All drugs have the potential to be misused, whether legally prescribed by a doctor, purchased over-the-counter at the local drug store, or bought illegally on the street. Taken in combination with other drugs or alcohol, even drugs usually considered safe can cause death or serious long-term consequences. Children
- [Videos](https://ncapda.org/media-center/videos/) - Educational Videos Title Content Date Breaking Points/The Partnership BREAKING POINTS, directed by Tucker Capps, is a 30-minute documentary intended for adults that explores … 2018/09/18 2018-09-18 21:55:23 RX Drug Ed Talks NCAPDA’s Founder, April Rovero, filmed the following series of educational videos related to prescription drug … 2017/03/07 2017-03-07 20:47:28 Chasing the Dragon This documentary,
- [Sponsors](https://ncapda.org/about-us/sponsors-2/) - Sponsor Organizations San Ramon Insurance Agency Slide 4 John Muir Health Slide 5 Kaiser Permanente Slide 6 Republic Services Slide 6 Contra Costa Chiropractic District Individual Sponsors Alvin Lossli, M.D. Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Dr. Loosli is a medical practitioner at Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation in Walnut Creek, CA. He graduated from the UCSF School
- [News](https://ncapda.org/media-center/news/) - News Current News ‘DEA reports widespread threat of Fentanyl mixed with Xylazine’ The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the American public of a sharp increase in the trafficking of fentanyl mixed with xylazine. Xylazine, also known as “Tranq,” is a powerful sedative that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved for veterinary use.
- [Our Partners](https://ncapda.org/about-us/partners/) - Our Partners We have partnered with a number of organizations that share similar goals. We will leverage each others’ strengths to increase the effectiveness of our efforts. Tim Barley, Pastor, Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton Tim Barley graduated from Stetson University (DeLand, FL) with a degree in Business Administration (B.B.A.) and Golden Gate Seminary (Mill Valley,
- [About Us](https://ncapda.org/about-us/) - About Us The National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse (NCAPDA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit, volunteer-based organization established to prevent prescription drug/opioid-related Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and overdose deaths through community education, policy change, and legislative action at the local, state and federal levels. Months following the tragic death of their youngest son, Joseph (Joey) John
- [Medicine Safety For Kids](https://ncapda.org/kids-safety-in-medicine-2/) - Kids Medicine Safety First Aid Tips Safety Wheel Fact 2 What exactly are we talking about when we say "medicine"? Medicine can be prescribed by a doctor or purchased over-the-counter (OTC). Medicines can come in the form of liquid, capsules, topicals, drops, injections. vitamins and supplements; children’s cough and cold medicines; children’s gummy vitamins, eye drops,
- [Stigma](https://ncapda.org/stigma/) - Stop the Stigma Who is affected Your Words Matter SUD barriers to treatment Heading layer Download PDF Here. Types of Stigma The term “stigma” can be used to refer to a public, individual or systemic form of discrimination. Stigma refers to the negative stereotypes that people hold about mental illness and substance use disorders, as
- [Build a School Awareness Campaign!](https://ncapda.org/get-involved/schools/build-a-school-awareness-campaign/) - Build a School Awareness Campaign! There are multiple ways to build an awareness campaign at your local school. The first step is to identify what information the school is currently sharing with students and determine whether or not it is adequate. If a school needs to develop a new program or enhance an existing one,
- [Who We Are](https://ncapda.org/about-us/who-we-are/) - Who We Are Board of Directors NCAPDA’s Board consists of individuals who are committed to preventing prescription drug misuse and abuse that can lead to addiction and overdose deaths. Most also perform staff roles in running NCAPDA’s operations. April Rovero – Founder/Executive Director April retired from Lucent Technologies as a National Program Management Director in
- [Art for Action](https://ncapda.org/art-for-action/) - Art 4 Recovery Fundraiser NCAPDA is accepting donations for original artwork lovingly created by artists Erin Jacques and Jennifer Alba to help build our new Recovery Support Scholarship Fund that will be awarded to North Carolina residents as determined by our program governing committee beginning in the Fall, 2021. To Make Your Donation for
- [Youth Corner Blog Posts](https://ncapda.org/youth-corner-blog-posts/) - Return to NCAPDA.ORG Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Blog Click the post’s name to learn more about prescription drug misuse, how it impacts your community, and what can be done to combat this issue! What is the Opioid Crisis, and what caused it? August 2, 2021
- [Youth Corner Contact Us](https://ncapda.org/youth-corner-contact-us/) - Return to NCAPDA.ORG Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Contact Us Reach out with any questions or to learn about our youth volunteer opportunities! Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Email * Comment or Message * Submit E-mail: info@ncapda.org
- [Youth Corner Resources](https://ncapda.org/youth-resources/) - Return to NCAPDA.ORG Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Youth Resources A great way to stay informed, educated, and updated about prescription drug misuse is to do more research! Check out the resources below to learn more about prescription drug misuse and what you can do to
- [Youth Corner Interviews](https://ncapda.org/youth-corner-interviews/) - Return to NCAPDA.ORG Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Interviews Many people have struggled with prescription drug misuse, and while their circumstances differ, a great way to learn about this issue is to hear about the impacts of prescription drug misuse directly from these individuals. Melissa Benzodiazepines
- [Youth Corner About](https://ncapda.org/youth-corner-about/) - Return to NCAPDA.ORG Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us About The NCAPDA Youth Corner Blog is a project initiated by NCAPDA Youth Ambassador Anika. The blog aims to open up the discussion on prescription drug misuse, specifically highlighting information for teens and young adults. In this blog,
- [Youth Corner Blog](https://ncapda.org/youth_corner_blog/) - Return to NCAPDA.ORG Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Home About Blog Interviews Resources Contact Us Background Information What are Prescription Drugs? While any drug prescribed by a medical practitioner is technically a “prescription drug,” the following are the three types of prescription medications that are most likely to be misused: Pain Medications (Ex:
- [Contact Us](https://ncapda.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us Reach out with any questions or to learn about our volunteer opportunities! Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Email * Comment or Message * Submit P.O. Box 87
- [Drugs](https://ncapda.org/education/drugs/) - Drugs Here we provide information about the prescription drugs that are responsible for the majority of abuse among our youth. This contans some key references about the drugs and how to obtain more information on the Web. Contact Us Phone: 925-480-7723 E-mail: info@ncapda.org NCAPDA P.O. Box 87 San Ramon, CA 94583 Events Join Our
- [Educational Videos](https://ncapda.org/education/educational-videos/) - Educational Videos Creating spaces for education, dialogue, and action is a vital part of our mission. The National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse hosts in-person and virtual events, presentations, and workshops that bring people together to educate, discuss challenges, and develop solutions to prevent substance use disorder and fatal overdoses. Here, you can access past
- [Students](https://ncapda.org/education/students/) - Students Education is a powerful tool to avoid getting caught up in using harmful substances, including prescription drugs. In this page, you can find information to protect yourself and your friends from possible prescription drug-related substance use disorder and overdose death. Protect Yourself and Your Friends! Don’t assume that prescription drugs aren’t as dangerous as
- [Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse](https://ncapda.org/education/addiction/signs-of-prescription-drug-abuse/) - Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse There are many symptoms associated with prescription drug abuse, especially if they are taken in combination. Below are the major symptoms to look out for. Pain Reliever Abuse Constricted pupils Nausea and vomiting Respiratory depression (inadequate ventilation) Stimulan Abuse Anxiety Delusions Flushed skin Chest pain with heart palpitations Depressant Abuse
- [Schools](https://ncapda.org/get-involved/schools/) - Schools NCAPDA is passionate about educating students about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. We believe that by building awareness about pain killers, anti-anxiety, and stimulant-oriented medications, we can positively impact youth who are losing their lives or becoming addicted due to these drugs each year.School campuses provide vital venues for education about the dangers
- [Start Your Own Awareness Campaign!](https://ncapda.org/get-involved/schools/start-your-own-awareness-campaign/) - Start Your Own Awareness Campaign! Members of NCAPDA’s staff are available to counsel and support individuals or groups who want to heighten awareness of prescription drug abuse in their local communities. In this page, you can learn about specific steps you can take to build an awareness campaign in your community. 1. Find and partner
- [Communities](https://ncapda.org/get-involved/communities/) - Communities NCAPDA is aware of other individual organizations throughout the country working at a grassroots level in their communities to build awareness about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. However, we strongly believe that we can be more effective by joining forces and working together to address global issues. We can learn from each other,
- [Get Involved](https://ncapda.org/get-involved/) - Get Involved It is essential for people to get involved in the effort to combat prescription drug abuse at the grassroots level. Both parents and students need to educate themselves about the dangers and spread that knowledge throughout their communities and schools. Contact Us Phone: 925-480-7723 E-mail: info@ncapda.org NCAPDA P.O. Box 87 San Ramon,
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- [Key Points](https://ncapda.org/get-involved/schools/key-points/) - Key Points Here are some key points to keep in mind about the dangers of prescription drug abuse (PDA). Prescription drugs were involved in over 34,000 deaths in 2004. Prescription drugs have been created to help people with specific medical conditions. It’s very important that a doctor properly prescribe medications based on family and medical
- [Información Sobre Medicamentos](https://ncapda.org/informacion-sobre-medicamentos/) - OD reversal Sedantes y tranquilizantes Medicamentos comúnmente recetados: Mebaral, Quaaludes, Xanax y Valium (benzodiazepinas), Nembutal. ¿Qué son los sedantes y tranquilizantes recetados? Los sedantes y tranquilizantes recetados actúan como depresores del sistema nervioso central. Los barbitúricos son sedantes recetados o “pastillas para dormir” y las benzodiazepinas son “tranquilizantes” recetados. ¿Cómo se utilizan? Legalmente, los
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- [2020 NCAPDA Sponsors](https://ncapda.org/about-us/sponsors/) - Alameda/Contra Costa Medical Association Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley Al Loosli, M.D. Contra Costa Chiropractic District John Muir Health Kaiser Permanente Republic Services San Ramon Insurance Agency Interested in joining us as an annual Dose of Action Sponsor? Click on the attachment below to learn more! Attachments DOA Sponsorship_digital_091119
- [Art for Action 2021](https://ncapda.org/art-for-action-2021/) - Registration Links April 26th through May 1st is Art 4 Action Week and registration is now open for all virtual sessions. Click on each flier to learn about each session and to see which are suitable for youth Click on Registration Links above to register for the sessions you wish to participate in. Contact us
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- [Meds Coalitions](https://ncapda.org/meds-coalitions/) - The following MEDS Coalitions have been established at the county and local community levels with the mission of preventing prescription drug related overdoses, addiction, crime and other negative impacts through community education and engagement, policy change and other actions. MEDS Coalitions target youth and adults of all ages in their prevention efforts, as prescription drug
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- [2016 Dose of Awareness 5K Walk/Health Expo](https://ncapda.org/event/2016-dose-of-awareness-5k-walkhealth-expo/) - Join us for the 2nd Annual "Dose of Awareness" 5K Walk and Health Expo where you'll walk in memory of thousands of Americans who have been lost to our national prescription drug abuse epidemic. Our mission is to educate and equip youth and adults of all ages with information and resources that can help keep
- [Fed Up! Rally](https://ncapda.org/event/fed-up-rally/) - The Fed Up Coalition, which NCAPDA is a founding member of, will be holding its 3rd Annual FEDUP! Rally to call for immediate federal action to end our nations' epidemic of opioid addiction and overdose deaths. The Rally will be held at the Lincoln Memorial followed by a march to the White House. A closing ceremony will
- [Prescription Drug Take-Back Day - San Ramon](https://ncapda.org/event/prescription-drug-take-back-day-san-ramon/) - If you are unable to attend these Take-Back events, you may drop off your unwanted prescriptions at the following locations in the San Ramon Valley: San Ramon Police Department 2401 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon Monday through Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm Danville Police Department 510 La Gonda Way, Danville Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
- [Got Drugs? - National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day](https://ncapda.org/event/got-drugs-national-prescription-drug-take-back-day/) - Time to clean out your medicine cabinets! The DEA's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Click on this link to locate all participating medication drop off locations: Medicine Drop
- [Danville, CA Senior Center Buzz Session: Prescription for Danger](https://ncapda.org/event/danville-ca-senior-center-buzz-session-prescription-for-danger/) - This presentation will focus on medicine safety and will include topics such as proper medication storage and disposal, how seniors can avoid being victimized by drug-seekers and what caretakers of seniors need to be alert to. Among other important topics, the reality of the dangerous Multiplier Effect, medications to avoid because of fall risk and
- [Troy's Memorial Golf Tournament Fundraiser](https://ncapda.org/event/troys-memorial-golf-tournament-fundraiser/) - Join us for a great day of golf and a pig roast to memorialize Troy Weierbach and raise awareness about the dangers of abusing/misusing prescription drugs. Proceeds from the tournament will be donated to NCAPDA to support our prevention work. $70 for Golf and Pig Roast $20 for Pig Roast only To purchase tickets and
- [11th Annual Support4Recovery Celebration and Walk](https://ncapda.org/event/11th-annual-support4recovery-celebration-and-walk/) - The sponsor of this group, Support4Recovery, Inc., is a grass roots non-profit organization made up of individuals and families in recovery who work to support the recovery community and break down the stigma of addiction. NCAPDA will be tabling at their 11th Annual Support4Recovery Celebration and Walk. Please join us for music, guest speakers, food and
- [International Overdose Awareness Day](https://ncapda.org/event/international-overdose-awareness-day/) - International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is a global event held on August 31st each year and aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It also acknowledges the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have met with death or permanent injury as a result of drug overdose..

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- [Education](https://ncapda.org/category/education/) - The dangers of prescription drugs are widely misunderstood mainly because they prescribed by a doctor which gives them a veil of safety and security. Misused and abused, prescription drugs are as dangerous as illegal narcotics. Here we provide information and reference materials to educate and create awareness of the dangers of prescription drug abuse and misuse.
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- [Parents](https://ncapda.org/category/education/parents/) - Parents are critical to the fight against prescription drug abuse. Here we show you how to keep your home safe and recognize the warning signs of a possible prescription drug problem.
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- [News](https://ncapda.org/category/media/news/) - We have combed the Web for recent news items related to PDA. Based on the sheer number of news items we find, it is apparent this is a serious epidemic. Our older news items are kept in an archive that you can search.
- [Communities](https://ncapda.org/category/get-involved/communities/) - NCAPDA is aware of other individual organizations throughout the country working at a grassroots level in their communities to build awareness about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. We strongly believe that we can be more affective by joining forces and working together to address global issues. We can learn from each other, share information and best practices and work together to develop professional quality educational tools. These can be used to send consistent, effective messages throughout the country about the dangers of prescription drugs.To that end, one of NCAPDA’s key strategic goals is to serve as the uniting “umbrella” organization that strategically coordinates awareness and legislative campaign activities throughout our country. We invite leaders of other organizations involved in building awareness about prescription drug abuse at the grassroots level to contact us to explore partnership opportunities.NCAPDA is also committed to helping communities build effective prescription drug abuse awareness programs throughout their local educational, medical and business environs. We are particularly focused on building educational programs that reach young people in their local schools, colleges and universities. Following are recommendations for implementing a community based awareness campaign in your community.
- [Schools](https://ncapda.org/category/get-involved/schools/) - The NCAPDA is passionate about educating students about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. Our hope is that by building awareness about pain killers, anti-anxiety and stimulant oriented medications, we can have a positive impact on the average number of youth who are losing their lives or becoming addicted as a result of these drugs each year. School campuses provide very important venues for education about the dangers of prescription drugs abuse, which has become a problem from as early as middle school through college. Although it is not the case today, prescription drug education should be included in every school, college or university’s drug education program. Following are suggested ways to engage schools in building awareness programs on their campuses. NCAPDA resources are available for consultation on how to build a program that will work best on individual campuses throughout the educational spectrum.
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