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Rethinking Your Drink at the Big Game

Prevention Coalition Reminds UCLA-USC Fans “Drinking is NOT a Game”      The BIG GAME is almost upon us. After a two year hiatus from the Rose Bowl, the USC football team returns to the Arroyo Seco...

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D³ (Designated Driver Deals)

As the holidays wrap up and the new year begins RAD would like to help create a new years resolution for those looking to improve their quality of life with a list of establishments that offer special...

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Cities of Pomona, West Covina Adopt Smoke-Free Parks Policies

Pomona, CA. – On March 2, 2015 the Pomona City Council unanimously moved to restrict smoking of any kind at city parks and other city facilities. The smoking policy, which includes the use of...

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RAD to Host Marijuana Forum in Pasadena on 4/20

In November 2014 a majority of voters in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington DC moved to follow the states of Colorado and Washington to legalize recreational marijuana use. In November 2016 another wave of...

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Don't Let Alcohol Ruin Your Prom Night

You’re going to remember your prom for the rest of your life. Prom is a time for celebration, but it is also a dangerous time for teens. Automobile crashes are the leading cause of death among teens,...

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Prevention Council Releases 2015 Progress Report and Recommendations for...

After two years of hard work the Rose Bowl Community Prevention Council (RBCPC) has released a 2014-15 Progress and Recommendations Reports detailing its efforts to date and next steps. In March 2013...

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RAD Presents a Special Event on Underage Drinking                7/23 @...

The Sobering Reality:Alcohol is the number one drug of choice among America’s youth, and is more likely to kill young people than all illegal drugs combined (U.S. Department of Health and Human...

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RAD Seeks Artists for PART Project!

Alcohol is the 2nd leading cause of premature death and disability in LA County. Misuse and abuse of alcohol, over-the-counter medications, and illicit drugs affect the health and well-being of San...

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One Place We Still Should Encourage Cheap Water

Beverages prices, Kenny Chesney Concert, 7/26/2015 Have you ever been to a major event on a hot day and found bottles of water being sold for $5, $8 or even $10 dollars?  Unfortunately this scenario...

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City of Pasadena Proclaims Red Ribbon Week, October 23-31st

This October, Mayor Terry Tornek of the City of Pasadena Pasadena proclaimed Red Red Ribbon Week October 23-31st.Red Ribbon Week is a national week of awareness and prevention of substance abuse and...

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Don't rely on the luck of the Irish this St. Patrick's Day...

​St.Patrick’s Day is a bar holiday notorious for its drinking reputation and high risk activities. High rates of drunk-driving and alcohol-involved collisions and injuries are also reported on St....

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California's Marijuana Ordinance

 As of October 2015, Governor Jerry Brown signed in place The Medical Marijuana Regulation &Safety Act that allows local government within the state to legalize distribution of marijuana within...

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5 Things You Should Know about Prop 64

Proponents of Prop 64 argue that the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA) is about social justice and decriminalization because they know these are important issues for minorities and communities of...

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RAD Presents Communities Talk! SGV Townhall Series 

Alcohol remains the most commonly used drug among teenagers, and recreational use of marijuana and prescription drugs among teens is also on the rise according to the Centers for Disease Control and...

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5 Tips for a Safe Holiday Season

This Holiday season, Rethinking Alcohol and Other Drugs (RAD) reminds you to plan ahead for a safe holiday season. ​Reports show that the me period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day includes some...

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Don’t Test Your Luck this St. Patrick’s Day: DRIVE SOBER

This St. Patrick’s Day weekend, Rethinking Alcohol and Other Drugs (RAD) is partnering up with local businesses in the San Gabriel Valley on a Public Awareness Campaign to help prevent drunk driving...

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Get rid of your old drugs, find a safe disposal site near you

Why should I get rid of my unused or expired prescription drugs?Prescription drugs are medications prescribed by health care providers to help treat diseases and relieve pain, but they can be dangerous...

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September is Recovery Month: What You Need to Know

Millions of people struggle with substance addictions each year. The National Survey on Drug Use and Mental Health found that 8.5 percent of the US population had a substance dependence or abuse...

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April Awareness

The month of April is nationally recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month. It's an important opportunity to increase the awareness of alcohol misuse and abuse, prevent use among youth, and encourage...

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May-Hightlighting our Youth

​While wrapping up the school year and ending many month long projects, RAD has decided to dedicate the month of May to our youth. During this month’s blog post, you will be able to see how much work...

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