Observances

Alcohol Awareness Month  
April 

Alcohol Awareness Month raises awareness about the risks of alcohol and promotes healthy choices. The objective is to prevent alcohol-related harms and support a culture of safety and wellness across the fleet. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/news-events/announcement/april-alcohol-awareness-month 

• Drink Size Calculator: Use this tool to calculate how many standard drinks are in a one drink serving. 
• Alcohol Calorie Calculator: Use this tool to calculate how many calories there are in a drink. 
• Alcohol Spending Calculator: Use this tool to calculate money spent on alcohol over time. 
• Cocktail Content Calculator: Use this tool to determine how strong a mixed drink or cocktail is.

National Take Back Day 
April 25 

National Take Back Day provides a safe and convenient way to dispose of unused or expired medications, while also educating the fleet about the risks of medication misuse. DEA Collection Site Locator 

National Prevention Week 
May 10-16

National Prevention Week is designated to raise awareness of substance misuse and mental health issues, implement prevention strategies, and showcase the effectiveness of evidence-based prevention programs. https://www.samhsa.gov/prevention-week/about  

Explore the following Prevention Toolkit Campaigns for ready-to-use resources and tools to support command engagement during National Prevention Week.

• Too Much To Lose: Highlights consequences of substance misuse to support mission readiness, awareness, and informed decision-making.
• You Can Quit 2: Provides tools, resources, and support to help with tobacco and nicotine cessation.
• Own Your Limits: Offers interactive tools to help understand how alcohol impacts readiness, health, and finances. 

101 Critical Days of Summer (CDoS) 
May 22 – September 7 

The 101 CDoS safety campaign is a Navy and Marine Corps initiative that promotes awareness of risks associated with off-duty recreation and summertime activities. It begins the Friday before Memorial Day and ends on Labor Day. 

Contact Us 

Primary Prevention Force