HC DrugFree

HC DrugFree HC DrugFree is a Howard County nonprofit organization with a mission of empowering the community to raise drug-free youth.

Talking about PTSD helps reduce stigma and encourages people to seek support. Untreated trauma can increase the risk of ...
06/02/2026

Talking about PTSD helps reduce stigma and encourages people to seek support. Untreated trauma can increase the risk of substance misuse and other health challenges, making early intervention and healthy coping strategies especially important.

If a loved one has PTSD, let them know it’s OK to talk about it.

Learn more with resources from : https://www.ptsd.va.gov/family/how_help.asp

Men die an average 6 years earlier— often from preventable causes. Closing the Lifespan Gender Gap starts with education...
06/02/2026

Men die an average 6 years earlier— often from preventable causes. Closing the Lifespan Gender Gap starts with education, connection, & shared advocacy.

When men and their care partners have access to the right information & support, preventive care happens earlier & outcomes improve. Men’s Health Month is a reminder that better lifespans are built together.

♦ www.MensHealthMonth.org ♦

Stigma reduction is especially important as gambling continues to expand through mobile apps, online platforms, sports w...
06/02/2026

Stigma reduction is especially important as gambling continues to expand through mobile apps, online platforms, sports wagering, and gaming environments that are increasingly accessible to youth and young adults. Increasing awareness of the signs of problem gambling, promoting responsible gambling practices, and ensuring individuals know where to turn for support are all critical components of prevention and recovery efforts.

Need help or know someone who does?

Call/Text: 1-800-GAMBLER (available 24/7)

Visit or Chat: helpmygamblingproblem.org

All support is free, confidential, and available to individuals and families.

It's not just texting. Eating, interacting with friends, reaching for something, consuming substances: any distraction f...
06/02/2026

It's not just texting. Eating, interacting with friends, reaching for something, consuming substances: any distraction from driving is dangerous for you, your passengers and others on the road.

06/02/2026

Maryland's Move Over law requires you to shift lanes—or significantly slow down—for vehicles stopped on the shoulder. Road safety is the best preventative measure for accidents and fatal crashes.

HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council (TAC) brings together motivated high school students from across Howard County who a...
05/30/2026

HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council (TAC) brings together motivated high school students from across Howard County who are passionate about leadership, prevention, advocacy, and making a positive impact in their schools and communities. Members meet monthly to help create prevention campaigns, provide youth perspectives on substance misuse prevention, assist with community events, develop social media content, and strengthen peer-to-peer education efforts throughout the county.

A new application form is now open for the 2026–27 school year. All students interested in joining TAC, including current members who would like to remain active next year, must complete the new form. Whether you are returning or applying for the first time, we encourage you to sign up and get involved!

Learn more and apply here: https://hcdrugfree.org/teen-advisory-council/

Senior Week should be a celebratory, memorable time with friends and not a risk! With proper planning, it can be a safe ...
05/29/2026

Senior Week should be a celebratory, memorable time with friends and not a risk! With proper planning, it can be a safe and fun experience for everyone.

Check out our video below for graduating high school seniors and their parents! The tips shared by Howard County teens, the Ocean City Police, and the Ocean City Beach Patrol are appropriate for all families or anyone visiting Ocean City, MD this summer or throughout the year. Our video was recorded in 2024, so some laws/procedures may have changed. Stay safe!

https://hcdrugfree.org/senior-week/

May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis affects millions of people, including many older adults in our community, an...
05/29/2026

May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis affects millions of people, including many older adults in our community, and can impact daily life, mobility, and mental well-being. At HC DrugFree, prevention means promoting lifelong health, education, and community support for people of all ages. Take time this month to check in on loved ones, learn the signs of arthritis, and encourage healthy habits that support long-term wellness.

Thank you to our Teen Advisory Council member, Anisha, for her effort in researching this issue!

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