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Access to Investigational Drugs: Questions and Answers This fact sheet from the National Cancer Institute sheds light on the meaning and government policies related to use of emerging drugs in the treatment of cancer, as well as the potential dangers and/or benefits involved in their use. (SDFSCA Approved Activity A.v - Activities that teach students about the dangers of emerging drugs.)

Submitted by: Batch 1
From: Designed Instruction

Alcohol Warning Labels Go Unnoticed, Poll Finds This survey information from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CPSI) sheds light on the lack of effect of warning labels on alcoholic beverages. The findings underscore a need to improve efforts to clearly present labels in a noticeable position, and present an opportunity to explore with students how people can assume a role in causing this to happen. (SDFSCA Approved Activity A.vi - Activities that engage students in the learning process.)

Submitted by: Batch 2
From: Designed Instruction

Reasons for Student Drug Testing This article by the Drug Free America Foundation responds to eight common questions schools and local community leaders often have when considering whether or not to implement a drug testing program. Information regarding legislation and Supreme Court rulings on the subject is also available. (SDFSCA Approved Activity E.xiv - The testing of a student for illegal drug use or the inspecting of a student's locker for weapons or illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia, including at the request of or with the consent of a parent or legal guardian of the student.)

Submitted by: Batch 2
From: Designed Instruction