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Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program. It started after the death of Drug Enforcement Administration Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, who in 1985 was brutally murdered by drug traffickers he was investigating in Mexico. After his death, people started wearing red ribbons to honor Kiki’s sacrifice. Today, millions of people celebrate Red Ribbon Week by wearing red ribbons, participating in community anti-drug events, and pledging to live drug-free lives.
In honor of Red Ribbon Week, The Hub wants to remind you about the dangers of underage drinking and binge drinking. While some may not consider alcohol a drug, it is. Alcohol is classed as a depressant, which means it slows down vital functions, impairs coordination and reaction time, and distorts perception. It also impairs judgement and the ability to think rationally. Take this 6 question quiz to see how much you know about alcohol.
We know young people in our communities are drinking before age 21, but we can all work together to prevent it, which is what Red Ribbon Week is all about. Parents, caregivers, educators and communities as a whole all play a role in prevention. Below are a variety of resources to help.
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