Underage drinking can have unpleasant side effects and serious consequences. “There’s  A Reason” is a campaign to help parents and caregivers address underage drinking.

Surveys show prescription drugs misuse among District teens is a growing concern. The More Harmful than You Think campaign combats the common misperception that prescription drugs are safer than other drugs. 

Synthetic drugs are dangerous chemicals with serious mental and physical health side effects. Know the law. Get information about preventing the use of synthetic drugs and where to go for treatment.

One in six people living with HIV don’t know it. Anyone practicing risky behaviors while under the influence of substances is more likely to make poor decisions which increases the risk for contracting HIV. Avoid the Risks.Get Tested. Same Day Results. 

Mobile Crisis Services are available for those experiencing a crisis related to mental health or substance abuse if unable or unwilling to travel to our emergency care facility. Call 1-888-7WE-HELP (1-888-793-4357). Adults only (202) 673-9300, children (202) 481-1440.

Keeping tobacco out of the hands of minors saves lives. DBH conducts random inspections of retailers each year to monitor compliance with the law prohibiting the sale or distribution of tobacco products to minors. Violators will be fined.