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09/09/2026

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What are the risks of drinking alcohol while pregnant? Alcohol use during pregnancy increases the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, preterm birth, SIDS, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). FASDs can cause lifelong behavioral, intellectual, and physical disabilities. The good news is FASDs are preventable if a developing baby is not exposed to alcohol before birth.

09/07/2026

The Great American Recovery recognizes that recovery thrives in community. When housing, peer support, employment services, faith communities, and treatment providers work together, more people can build healthy, fulfilling lives.

09/07/2026

Learn the warning signs of su***de for the people in your life, and for yourself. Changes in mood, sleep, or behavior; withdrawing from others; talking about having no reason to live: samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/warning-signs

09/03/2026

Recovery happens together. Research shows meaningful human connection supports resilience, hope, and long-term recovery. Every connection can make a difference.

09/02/2026

You may not always know what someone is experiencing. A check-in, a listening ear, a number shared at the right moment, can make a real difference. starts with connection. samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/su***de-prevention-month/toolkit

08/31/2026

What are E-Cigarettes?

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Get the bottom line on e-cigarettes (vapes) and get links to more CDC.gov content about va**ng.

08/24/2026

Va**ng Addiction and Ni****ne Withdrawal

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Most vapes contain ni****ne, which is very addictive. When you quit va**ng, you may experience withdrawal symptoms. Learn ways to manage symptoms.

08/17/2026

To***co and Ni****ne Products

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To***co companies market their products in several forms, and while some may look harmless, all have the potential to cause health problems.

08/10/2026

Edible Ma*****na Dangers

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It's important for parents understand how edible marijuana products are packaged, the amount of THC they contain, how the drug is absorbed in the body and what to do when a child accidentally eats them. Learn more here.

08/03/2026

Dangers of Prescription Drug Use

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​AAP Policy E​xplained: A clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics, "Nonmedical Use of Controlled Medications by Adolescents and Young Adults," points to the risks of nonmedical use of prescription medications among tweens, teens and young adults. Here's what parents need to know ...