by Amanda Edwards | Jan 31, 2023 | Announcement, LRADAC, News, Prevention
Lexington, SC – LRADAC’s prevention department and the Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC)—will present a Youth Leadership Summit Feb. 6-7 for all middle and high school students active in LOCC clubs in Lexington School District One. LOCC Clubs offer middle and...
by Amanda Edwards | Jan 10, 2023 | Blog, ePRESS Blog, Prevention
Well, friends, we made it to 2023! Happy New Year!! A new year means a chance to start fresh and focus on fostering positive habits, like eating healthier, exercising, improving mental health, and working on time management skills. It’s easy to say that we will...
by Amanda Edwards | Dec 8, 2022 | Awards, LRADAC, News, Prevention
Columbia, SC — The South Carolina Association of Prevention Professionals and Advocates (SCAPPA) held their 2022 statewide meeting and awards ceremony today to recognize high-standard substance misuse prevention efforts along with prevention professionals who excel in...
by Amanda Edwards | Oct 11, 2022 | ePRESS Blog, Prevention
Schools across the United States annually hold Red Ribbon Week activities to promote a drug-free lifestyle and positive decision-making among youth. This year’s Red Ribbon Week is October 23rd-31st. During this time, schools often have themes of the day over the...
by Amanda Edwards | Mar 24, 2022 | Blog, Prevention, Vaping
A guest blog by Ashley Bodiford, MPH, MS, CSPS, ICPS, Director of Prevention Youth vaping has continued to increase. Amidst the impacts that many have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, youth vaping has continued to increase. Its impact and long-term effects are...
