Tulsa Regional Prevention Coordinator

10/30/2025

08/26/2025

📚✨ Hello Tulsa County! It’s been a busy month!

STOPDUI Task Force was proud to be present at two Back-to-School events this month, Spreading Hope’s Back to School Bash and Kendall-Whittier Elementary’s Back to School Night.

We connected with families and students to share important resources on alcohol abuse awareness, the dangers of drunk driving, and preventing underage drinking.
Together, we’re building safer, healthier communities for our youth 💙🚫🍷🚗

05/30/2025

Join us as we take a stand for safety this summer.

As the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" begin—a period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when traffic fatalities involving young drivers spike—local leaders, law enforcement, and safety advocates came together to raise urgent awareness about the dangers of drunk and impaired driving.

This press conference highlighted the devastating impact of impaired driving, especially on teens and young adults during summer months, and outlined vital prevention efforts being launched across our communities. Speakers included police officials and representatives from various agencies.

**Your voice and presence matter.** Whether you're a parent, teen, educator, or concerned citizen—attend, listen, and help us spread the message: **Drunk driving kills, and it’s 100% preventable.**

Let’s work together to make this summer a safe one.
**Don’t drink and drive. Choose to save a life.**

04/24/2025

OKHRA, Oklahoma’s statewide harm reduction alliance, is excited to announce our participation in this year’s DEA Drug Takeback Day. Every day our work saves lives, protects sanitation workers, and reduces syringe litter in our neighborhoods. This Saturday, we will be at Reasor’s at 71st & Sheridan collecting used medical sharps—no questions asked. Our team will be set up just outside the law enforcement area. While our methods may differ, we are united with law enforcement in our common goal: protecting public health and public safety. We need your help. Please bring your used needles or injection devices and let us dispose of them safely.

With more people using injectable medications for conditions like diabetes, hormone therapy, or weight management, the need for safe disposal is higher than ever. We operate an outdoor medical sharps waste kiosk under the portico at Trinity Episcopalian Church downtown the public can access 24 hours a day 365 days a week and a second kiosk will be installed at a partner agency soon, with other sites in development. People are also welcome to bring disposal items to OKHRA’s outreach events like First Friday Art Crawl at The Hunt Club and every Friday at BeHeard Movement.

If you see syringe litter, need harm reduction supplies, have a need for a sharps kiosk, or want to help us keep Tulsa safe, reach out. Together—with support from law enforcement, community partners, and the public—we can build a cleaner, healthier Tulsa for all Tulsans. You can reach us by phone at 918-641-4236 or find us on Facebook where we post our weekly events and successes. You can also visit the Oklahoma Meds and Sharps Disposal Committee website OKSafeMedDisposal.org to find a map of medication and sharps drop-off locations across the state.

Medical sharps disposal is not free. Contact us now to make a donation!

04/22/2025

Tulsa County!

Come out and join CAPSAT, OBNDD, and Nathan Hale Jr. ROTC this Saturday, April 26th from 10:00am-2:00pm to drop off your unwanted, unused, or expire Rx medications!

There will also be a sharps site at this location. See flyer for additional 10 sites that will also be collecting Rx medications.

04/15/2025

On behalf of Tulsa County Stop DUI Task Force and Tulsa Regional Prevention Coordinator, 🌟 April is Alcohol Awareness Month 🌟
Let’s take this time to reflect, learn, and support one another. Whether it’s starting the conversation, making healthier choices, or offering a helping hand—every step matters. 💙

April is . Treatment for alcohol use varies based on a person’s needs. But there are many choices today that make possible. Visit samhsa.gov/find-help if you or someone you know is looking for help for alcohol use or misuse.

04/07/2025

Good afternoon Tulsa!

April is Alcohol Awareness Month 🍷🚫

Did you know alcohol misuse causes over 140,000 deaths in the U.S. each year? This month is all about raising awareness, starting conversations, and supporting healthier choices. 💬💪

Did you know Oklahoma ranks 5th in the nation for excessive drinking? (Percentage of adults who reported binge drinking (four or more drinks on one occasion in the past 30 days for females or five or more for males) or heavy drinking (eight or more drinks per week for females or 15 or more for males)

Let’s break the stigma, learn the facts, and support those who may be struggling. You’re not alone.

Need help? Call the SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit niaaa.nih.gov for resources.

03/18/2025

Spring Break is a time for fun, but if your teen is home alone, it can also bring risks—especially when it comes to underage drinking. Don’t assume they’re making the right choices without guidance.

🔹 Talk to your teen – Set clear expectations about alcohol and safety.
🔹 Check in regularly – Stay aware of their plans and activities.
🔹 Secure alcohol at home – Limit access and prevent temptation.
🔹 Encourage safe alternatives – Help them plan fun, supervised activities. Make sure you are aware of Oklahoma's Social Host law!

Underage drinking can lead to serious consequences. Be proactive, stay involved, and make Spring Break safe for everyone!

03/18/2025

Tulsa RPC and the Coalition Against Prescription and Substance Abuse of Tulsa (CAPSAT) reminds you to do your best to take your Rx medication as prescribed.

Accidents happen. It’s easy to forget if you’ve taken your medication, especially if you’re busy or distracted. Here are some tips to prevent accidental double-dosing:
💊 Set medication reminders on your phone or calendar.
💊 Read labels carefully before taking medication.
💊 Use a pill organizer to help you keep track of your medications.
If you’ve accidently taken too much medicine, Poison Centers are here for you 24/7 with confidential, expert advice. And it’s free! Call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

03/17/2025

Good morning Tulsa County!

Here is a fun spring activity you don't want to miss! Put on by the Concilio para la Seguridad de los Vecindarios, bring out your family and friends for a great event!

Tulsa RPC will see you there!

02/26/2025

Do you, a family member, friend or neighbor need free essential resources designed to prevent overdose and substance misuse, such as Narcan, fentanyl test strips, xylazine test strips, medication disposal bags and medication lockboxes. These free resources are readily available to community members through the Tulsa Health Department website. These resources will also be available at community events organized by the Coalition Against Prescription and Substance Abuse of Tulsa (CAPSAT). For more information about the Tulsa Health Department’s Substance Abuse Prevention program or the Coalition Against Prescription and Substance Abuse of Tulsa, please call 918-595-4468 or visit www.tulsa-health.org

TULSA, OKLA – [January 15, 2025] – The Tulsa Health Department’s substance abuse prevention program has partnered with the Coalition Against Prescription and Substance Abuse of Tulsa (CAPSAT) to distribute Harm Reduction Kits in Tulsa County. The kits include free essential resources designed ...