1 in 6​
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​Around 1 in 6 teenagers in the U.S. has misused prescription drugs at least once in their lives
Over 60%​​​
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The percentage of individuals who need substance abuse treatment but are still left untreated.
106,699​​
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The number of deaths from overdose in 2021 involved with multiple substances.
About
Background and Mission
Drug Abuse in America
Drug abuse is a serious epidemic in America. According to the National Institutes of Health, 23 million adults in the United States have struggled with problematic drug use.
Our Mission
We want to reduce drug abuse rates and help recovering addicts. Our mission is to raise awareness on the drug abuse topic and support in seeking treatment for those with drug use disorder.
Strategic Approach
We utilize community outreaches and events to raise awareness and support for the drug abuse issue. We provide campaigns in order to educate the public about the devastating effects of drug abuse.
Our Impact
White Cross hopes to empower the local community to support our mission of raising awareness.
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Our vision is to lower drug abuse rates by educating the public and encouraging people with problematic drug usage to seek treatment and eventually recover so that they can be contributing members of society.
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Join us in our mission to raise awareness for drug abuse and partner with us to empower individuals and communities. Contact us to learn more about our volunteer opportunities and programs.