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Addiction: the Next Step

Our latest public awareness campaign and podcast highlight addiction services and increase public education around addiction.

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OASAS is dedicated to raising the public consciousness to the prevention, treatment and recovery services available in New York State. Campaigns, documentaries, and educational programming help to eliminate the stigma of addiction and inspire hope. Use these materials to encourage and engage in meaningful conversations about addiction and prevention at home, in school or on social media.

Featured Campaigns

Harm Reduction Campaign

Free naloxone and drug test strips are available to detect harmful additives, prevent overdose deaths and save lives.

Routine for Recovery

The campaign is part of the ongoing efforts to address the stigma surrounding addiction services, particularly medication treatment. This video highlights the critical work of opioid treatment providers as told by the stories of clients who have received services at these facilities.

Fall 2022 Public Awareness Campaign

All Public Awareness Materials

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Podcasts

The 411 on Stigma

411 on Stigma: What It is and What You Can Do About It

20:18 mins

Learn more about The 411 on Stigma

Podcasts

Naloxone: Setting the Record Straight

Naloxone reverses opioid overdoses. Listen to get the facts.

15:22 mins

Learn more about Naloxone: Setting the Record Straight

Podcasts

Talking to Kids About Cannabis

Associate Commissioner for Prevention Pat Zuber-Wilson shares tips on how to have productive, healthy, and supportive conversations with young people about cannabis.

21:00 mins