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Effectiveness of E-cigarettes as Aids for Smoking Cessation: Evidence from the PATH Study Cohort, 2017–2019. (Tobacco Control, 2022) Posted Feb 28, 2022

Researchers utilized data from the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study to assess the effectiveness of e-cigarettes as smoking cessation aids. They found that the sale increases in high nicotine e-cigarettes in 2017 did not translate to more smokers using these e-cigarettes to quit smoking. On average, using e-cigarettes for cessation in 2017 did not improve successful quitting or prevent relapse.

A Content Analysis of Cannabis Company Adherence to Marketing Requirements in Four States. (Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 2022) Posted Jan 31, 2022

Marketing messages can influence adolescents’ attitudes and behaviors toward alcohol and tobacco. In the era of legalized cannabis use, retail cannabis companies often use social media marketing on platforms popular among youth. The purpose of this study was to evaluate adherence to state-based regulations for restricted and required content across social media from recreational cannabis businesses.

Percentage of Adolescents Reporting Drug use Decreased Significantly in 2021 as the COVID-19 Pandemic Endured. (National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2021) Posted Jan 31, 2022

Teenage drug, alcohol and nicotine use declined dramatically from 2020 to 2021, according to the U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse’s (NIDA) annual Monitoring the Future (MTF) survey.

Alcohol Marketing and Youth Drinking: Is There a Causal Relationship, and Why Does It Matter? (Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 2020) Posted Jan 31, 2022

The findings are the result of a rigorous meta-analysis of eight review articles, published as a supplement to the journal, which synthesized the results of more than 160 studies on alcohol advertising and youth alcohol consumption.

Prevalence of Adolescent Cannabis Vaping: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of US and Canadian Studies. (JAMA Pediatrics, 2021) Posted Nov 22, 2021

A report published by JAMA Pediatrics indicates a potential shift in teen marijuana use preferences, from dried herb to cannabis oil products, which is how marijuana is ingested via e-cigarettes.

Opportunities for Reducing College Drinking: The Roles of Drinking Attitudes and Blackout Experience. (NIAAA, 2021) Posted Nov 22, 2021

A study conducted by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) grantee researchers presents findings on ideal opportunities to reduce college drinking and change drinking attitudes.

Evidence-Based Resource Guide Series: Preventing Marijuana Use Among Youth. (SAMHSA, 2021) Posted Nov 02, 2021

SAMHSA's evidence-based resource guide "Preventing Marijuana Use Among Youth," covers programs and policies to prevent marijuana use among youth aged 12 to 17 and provides considerations and strategies for key stakeholders, state, and the prevention workforce to prevent and reduce marijuana use among youth.

Selecting Best-fit Programs and Practices: Guidance for Substance Misuse Prevention Practitioners. (SAMHSA, 2018) Posted Nov 02, 2021

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has developed this guidance document, “Selecting Best-Fit Programs and Practices: Guidance for Substance Misuse Prevention Practitioners,” placing the selection of programs and practices within the broader context of evidence-based prevention. Specifically, it explores: the value of embedding program and practice selection in a strategic planning process; where to find information on programs and practices and how to choose among them; tips for adopting, adapting, and innovating programs and practices and for supporting their successful implementation and continual improvement at the local level. Supporting materials at the end of this resource provide additional information on these topics.

Open Container Laws and Alcohol-to-go: Implications and Considerations. (Center for Alcohol Policy, 2021) Posted Aug 30, 2021

Open container laws require alcohol beverages to be sealed and stored out of the passenger area in vehicles. Griffin’s latest report provide legislative background to these laws and explains how they serve as an essential “countermeasure available to discourage drunk driving.”

Hawai'i State Report Underage Drinking Prevention and Enforcement. (SAMHSA, 2018) Posted May 12, 2021

The 2018 Hawai'i State Report primarily includes data from the calendar year 2017. The state legal data reflects the status of the law as of January 1, 2017. The state survey data was collected in 2017 and was drawn from the most recent 12-month period in which the states maintained the data.

Best Practice Guidance for Alcohol Sales and Deliveries During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic. A National Liquor Law Enforcement Association Guidance Document. (NLLEA, 2020) Posted Mar 02, 2021
Strategic Prevention Framework-Partnerships for Success Newsletter. (HI-PFS, 2021, January) Posted Feb 08, 2021
What's Trending? Alcohol Use During COVID-19. (CADCA, 2020) Posted Jan 21, 2021
Rapid Review of Literature on Behavioral Health during COVID-19 Pandemic. (HI-SEOW, 2020) Posted Dec 01, 2020

This rapid literature review was conducted to assess how the pandemic has impacted substance use, mental health, and behavioral health in general and specifically in the State of Hawai'i.

Strategic Prevention Framework-Partnerships For Success Newsletter. (HI-PFS, 2020, November) Posted Dec 01, 2020

This monthly newsletter highlights the work and progress of the Hawai'i Strategic Prevention Framework Partnerships for Success Project, funded by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division of the Hawai'i State Department of Health.

Project Venture Newsletter. (Project Venture-MYFS, 2020, October) Posted Dec 01, 2020

Project venture is a Hawai'i Partnerships for Success Grant funded project. Program staff have created a weekly newsletter to stay connected with families and youth in their community.

Evidence-Based Resource Guide Series: Reducing Vaping Among Youth and Young Adults. (SAMHSA, 2020) Posted Aug 11, 2020

Evidence-Based Resource Guide Series is developed for health care providers, systems, and communities seeking to prevent vaping. It describes relevant research findings, examines emerging and best practices, identifies knowledge gaps and implementation challenges, and offers useful resources.

The Prevention Professionals’ Primer on Media Literacy. (PTTC, 2020) Posted Aug 11, 2020

This primer is a fundamental tool for prevention practitioners in understanding the basics of media literacy, identifying key concepts, and example of media literacy strategies.

State-by-State Alcohol-Related COVID-19 Policies. (Alcohol Policy Information System, 2020) Posted Aug 11, 2020

This review looks at alcohol-related policies during the COVID-19 pandemic across all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health. (SAMHSA, 2020) Posted Aug 06, 2020
Alcohol and COVID-19: What You Need To Know. (WHO, 2020) Posted Aug 11, 2020

A factsheet that provides information on general facts and myths about alcohol consumption and COVID-19.

Project Venture Newsletter. (Project Venture-MYFS, 2020, May) Posted May 05, 2020

Project venture is a Partnerships for Success Grant funded project. Program staff have created a weekly newsletter to stay connected with families and youth in their community.

Drugs of Abuse: A DEA Resource Guide. (U.S. DEA, 2020) Posted May 11, 2020

A resource guide produced and published by the Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Department of Justice. The guide provides vital information about the harms and consequences of drug use by describing a drug’s effects, overdose potential, origin, legal status, and other key facts.

Underage Drinking in Hawai‘i Counties Fact Sheet 2018. (HI-SEOW, 2019) Posted Feb 26, 2020
Health Advisory on Vaping. (DOH, 2019) Posted Feb 25, 2020

Injuries and deaths are associated with e-cigarettes and vaping

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and health departments across the nation, including Hawai‘i, are investigating hundreds of lung and stomach injuries associated with the use of e-cigarettes and vaping products (also referred to as “vaping devices”). As of today, more than one thousand cases have been reported in 48 states, including 18 deaths reported in 15 states. One case has been reported in Hawai‘i involving a minor. [NOTE: For the latest updates on investigations into vaping-related illness in Hawaii, please visit the Disease Outbreak Control Division’s investigation page.]

The investigation of injuries and deaths associated with vaping is ongoing

No one type of vaping device has been positively identified as a common cause of the lung injuries and illnesses reported nationwide. In approximately 77 percent of the identified cases, patients reported using marijuana (THC) vaping products. Some patients reported vaping only nicotine products. Others reported some combination of nicotine and cannabis products. Many of the products used are believed to be sold on the street, over the internet, or were homemade. While the investigation is still ongoing, all the reported cases have a common history of vaping and include individuals of all ages with the majority between the ages of 13 to 34 years.

Download a PDF version of the public health advisory here.

Resources for Clinicians
Hawai‘i clinicians and medical providers looking for instructions on how to report possible vaping-related illness cases to the department should visit the Disease Outbreak Control Division’s clinician page. Resources, including the official medical advisory on vaping and the preliminary vaping case report form, are available along with appropriate phone numbers for additional assistance.

Additional Resources
For more information about ongoing investigations of vaping associated illness in Hawai‘i and additional resources for the public and clinicians, visit the Disease Outbreak Control Division’s investigation page. Get the latest updates on the national outbreak investigation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) here.

Vaping prevention resources for parents and educators can be found at www.HawaiiNoVape.com.

State Epi Profile: Selected Youth and Adult Drug Indicators. (HI-SEOW, 2018) Posted Jun 08, 2019
State Epi Profile: Selected Youth and Adult Alcohol Indicators. (HI-SEOW, 2018) Posted Jun 08, 2019
Catalog Of Evidence-based Environmental Strategies To Prevent Underage Drinking In Hawai‘i. (HI-EBW, 2018) Posted Feb 25, 2019

This catalog aims to provide information on the effectiveness of environmental strategies for underage drinking prevention. The Hawai'i Evidence-Based Workgroup adopted this catalog with permission from the "Catalog of Environmental Prevention Strategies" developed by the Wyoming Survey & Analysis Center at the University of Wyoming. Adaptations included presenting policies and practices specific to Hawai'i, reassessing alcohol-related prevention strategies based on latest research, and adding two strategies.

State Epi Profile: Drug, Youth and Adults 2011-2015. (HI-SEOW, 2017) Posted Jan 24, 2019
State Epi Profile: Alcohol, Youth and Adults 2011-2015. (HI-SEOW, 2017) Posted Jan 24, 2019
State Epi Profile: Alcohol, Youth and Adults 2014. (HI-SEOW, 2014) Posted Jan 30, 2017
State Epi Profile: Drugs, Youth and Adults 2014. (HI-SEOW, 2014) Posted Jan 30, 2017
Honolulu County Epi Profile: Alcohol, Youth 2014. (HI-SEOW, 2014) Posted Jan 30, 2017
Kauai County Epi Profile: Alcohol, Youth 2014. (HI-SEOW, 2014) Posted Oct 20, 2016
Maui County Epi Profile: Alcohol, Youth 2014. (HI-SEOW, 2014) Posted Jan 30, 2017
Hawaii County Epi Profile: Alcohol, Youth 2014. (HI-SEOW, 2014) Posted Jan 30, 2017
Tips for Increasing Sustainability. (SPF Hawaii, 2016) Posted Apr 12, 2016
Basic Guidelines to Cultural Competency. (SPF Hawaii, 2016) Posted Apr 12, 2016
Evaluation Tools. (SPF Hawaii, 2016) Posted Apr 12, 2016

This document includes the following tools: Things to Consider for Evaluation, Process Evaluation, and Summative Evaluation.

Implementation Tools. (SPF Hawaii, 2016) Posted Apr 12, 2016

This document includes the following tools: When should you adapt?, How should you adapt?, Adaptation Guidelines, and Monitoring Implementation.

Planning Tools. (SPF Hawaii, 2016) Posted Apr 12, 2016

This document includes the following tools: 6 Planning Steps , Program Fit Checklist, Finding the Right Program, Sample Logic Plans, and Setting Priorities.

Capacity Tools. (SPF Hawaii, 2016) Posted Apr 12, 2016

This document includes the following tools: Mapping Stakeholders, Reflecting on Capacity Building, Components of Capacity Building, and Facilitating Dialogue.

Assessment Tools. (SPF Hawaii, 2016) Posted Apr 12, 2016

This document includes the following tools: SWOT Analysis, Mapping Capacity, and Capacity Inventory.

What Works: Excessive Alcohol Consumption. (CPSTF, 2022) Posted Oct 17, 2022
User’s Guide to Implementing Effective Alcohol Policies to Prevent Alcohol Problems Among Young People. (EU-US Dialogues, 2014) Posted Oct 17, 2022
User’s Guide to Implementing Effective Alcohol Policies to Prevent Alcohol Problems Among Young People Table. (EU-US Dialogues, 2014) Posted Oct 17, 2022
Checklist for Local Programs and Coalitions in Working with Evaluators. (SPF Hawaii, 2022) Posted Oct 17, 2022
EBP Tool 1 Type of Program Checklist. (SPF Hawaii, 2022) Posted Oct 27, 2022

Use this checklist to identify the level or type of evidence an intervention program has.

Addressing Alcohol-Related Harms: A Population Level Response. (Wisconsin Alochol Policy Project, 2019) Posted Nov 14, 2022
The Four P's of Environmental Scanning. (Alcohol Policy Resource Center, 2022) Posted Nov 14, 2022
Police Warn The Public About Rainbow Fentanyl. (KWXX, 2022, September) Posted Nov 14, 2022
DEA Warns of Brightly-Colored Fentanyl Used to Target Young Americans. (USDEA, 2022, August) Posted Nov 14, 2022

The Drug Enforcement Administration is advising the public of an alarming emerging trend of colorful fentanyl available across the United States. Since August 2022, DEA and law enforcement partners across 26 states have seized brightly-colored fentanyl and fentanyl pills dubbed “rainbow fentanyl.”

Working with an Evaluator: Keeping the Spark Alive (PTTC, 2020) Posted Jan 19, 2023
A Road Map to Implementing Evidence-Based Programs. (SAMHSA, 2012) Posted Jan 19, 2023
Magenta Book: Central Government Guidance on Evaluation. (Her Majesty’s Treasury, 2020) Posted Jan 20, 2023
Identifying and Selecting Evidence-Based Interventions: Revised Guidance Document for the Strategic Prevention Framework State Incentive Grant Program. (SAMHSA-CSAP, 2009) Posted Jan 20, 2023
Report to Congress on the Prevention and Reduction of Underage Drinking (Vol. 1). (SAMHSA, 2016) Posted Jan 20, 2023
Using the Logic Model for Program Planning. (W.K. Kellogg Foundation, 2004) Posted Feb 03, 2023
A Road Map to Implementing Evidence-Based Programs. (SAMHSA, 2012) Posted Feb 03, 2023
SWOT Analysis is a Powerful Yet Underutilized Tool. (Berman Partners, 2016) Posted Feb 03, 2023
Conceptualizing Best Practices for Maternal and Child Health. (Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 2012) Posted Feb 06, 2023
Stakeholder Engagement Plan. (UNICEF and SFD, 2020) Posted Feb 06, 2023
Criteria for Analyzing Assessment Data. (SAMHSA, 2018) Posted Feb 06, 2023
Moving Beyond Change Efforts: Evidence and Action to Support and Affirm LGBTQI+ Youth (SAMHSA, 2023) Posted Jun 26, 2023
SPF Process DEI Tools. (SPF Hawaii, 2024) Posted Jan 05, 2024