Alcohol Prevention
Alcohol is the most commonly used drug among youth in the state of North Dakota. Reducing the occurrence of underage drinking is a top priority in Nelson & Griggs counties.
Resources
Opioid Overdose Prevention
Naloxone (Narcan) is available for free at Nelson-Griggs District Health Unit, Lakota Drug and Cooperstown Drug. It is also available in AEDs throughout Nelson and Griggs counties. ONE Boxes containing Narcan can also be found throughout our service area.
Naloxone (Narcan) Training Video: NARCAN Nasal Spray – How to use (opens in a new tab)
Deterra® drug deactivation system bags can be used at home to safely destroy unused or expired medications, making them unavailable for misuse and safe for disposal in the normal trash. These bags are available at Nelson-Griggs District Health Unit free of charge.
Learn more: deterrasystem.com (opens in a new tab)
Resources
Tobacco Prevention and Control
Nelson-Griggs District Health offers free individual counseling with DeAnn Miller, Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Call DeAnn at (701) 322‑5624.
Resources
- NDQuits – NDQuits offers several free options so you can find the one that works best for you. All NDQuits services include free counseling, advice, support and free nicotine replacement products for those who qualify. Call their toll-free number, 1‑800‑QUIT‑NOW. Website: hhs.nd.gov/health/ndquits (opens in a new tab)
- Tobacco Free North Dakota – a resource that aims to improve and protect the public health of all North Dakotans by reducing the serious health and economic consequences of tobacco use. Website: tfnd.org (opens in a new tab)
- MyLifeMyQuit – a free and confidential program to help teens quit vaping and other tobacco products. Text "Start My Quit" to 855.891.9989. Website: nd.mylifemyquit.org (opens in a new tab)
- NDHHS Tobacco Prevention & Control: hhs.nd.gov/health/community/tobacco (opens in a new tab)
Vaping Resources
Learn more about parents against vaping: parentsagainstvaping.org (opens in a new tab)
Learn more about youth vaping: truthinitiative.org (opens in a new tab)