Apr 8, 2024 | News, Prevention
Helping High Schoolers Avoid High-Risk Behaviors Lexington, SC – On the spectrum of life events, the high school prom is one of the most memorable times of a person’s life. Unfortunately, it’s also known as one of the most high-risk times for young people to indulge...
Mar 14, 2024 | Alcohol, Blog, ePRESS, ePRESS Blog, Prevention
A guest blog by Hailey Kanipe, MPH, CPS, ICPS, Prevention Specialist and Samantha Maroney, LRADAC Prevention Intern Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day Safely What is the first thing that usually comes to mind when you think about celebrations happening in March? Saint...
Feb 28, 2024 | Announcement, LRADAC, News, Prevention
Honoring 201 individuals lost to overdoses in Richland and Lexington Counties: 2023 overdose fatalities represent a slight decrease from 2022 numbers Columbia, SC –To honor the 201 residents of Richland and Lexington Counties who lost their lives to substance...
Feb 13, 2024 | Blog, ePRESS, ePRESS Blog, Prevention
National Cancer Prevention Month This Valentine’s Day, show yourself some love. Know your risk for cancers during National Cancer Prevention Month. A guest blog by Hailey Kanipe, MPH, CPS, ICPS, Prevention Specialist and Samantha Maroney, LRADAC Prevention Intern. ...
Jan 29, 2024 | Alcohol, Blog, ePRESS, ePRESS Blog, Opioids, Prescription Drugs, Prevention, Vaping
A guest blog by Hailey Kanipe, MPH, CPS, ICPS, Prevention Specialist. Talking to youth about substance misuse As the world grows and technology advances, youth learn about “adult subjects” earlier than ever. Every October, LRADAC’s Prevention team goes into local...
Dec 19, 2023 | Blog, ePRESS, ePRESS Blog, Prevention
A guest blog by Hailey Kanipe, MPH, CPS, ICPS, Prevention Specialist. Making spirits bright. During the holiday season, there is so much stress and excitement that it can often be difficult to step back and see the big picture of why we all celebrate. Regardless of...
