North Carolina has a zero tolerance policy for purchasing or consuming alcohol if you are under 21. This is stricter than many other states which may allow small amounts of alcohol if children are at home and/or have their parents’ permission. Here, we’ll lay out why this policy is important and what it means for…
The National Institute on Drug Abuse published the results from their recent 2012 survey on teens and drug use, abuse and addiction. The comprehensive report covers the use of both illicit drugs, such as marijuana, cocaine and heroine as well as licit drugs such as alcohol and tobacco. Here is an overview of their…
A new intervention and prevention campaign by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) could mean one drink is too many for safe driving limits. The NTSB recently released Reaching Zero: Actions to Eliminate Alcohol-Impaired Driving, a safety report that outlines the board’s findings from a year-long effort to prevent substance and alcohol impaired driving. According…
Putting Drivers In Control Of Driving Sober Have you had too many drinks to drive home safely? Have you ever wondered if you had waited long enough before you get behind the wheel? Now you don’t have to guess. Breathalyzer Apps make it possible to get an estimate of your blood alcohol content (BAC) so…