National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2003 Public Service Award
Dr. Jeffrey Linkenbach was the recipient of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2003 Public Service Award in recognition of his achievements advancing statewide social norms strategies to reduce impaired driving and increase seat belt usage.
National Survey on Drug Use and Health:Youth Drug Use Continues to Decline
The rate of illicit drug use among persons aged 12 or older in 2004 was similar to the rates in 2002 and 2003 (8.3 and 8.2 percent). Among youths aged 12 to 17, the rate declined between 2002 and 2004 (11.6 percent in 2002, 11.2 percent in 2003, and 10.6 percent in 2004).
