October 9, 2003

Presentation At Boise State Looks At Trendy Drugs Of Abuse

Two presentations by drug consultant Trinka Porrata will look at trendy drugs that are commonly abused. The first, from 3:30-5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27 is geared toward students; the second, from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, is for the general public. Both presentations are free and will be held in the Boise State University Special Events Center. Porrata, retired from the L.A. Police Department after 25 years, is a nationally recognized expert on trendy drugs. She has been featured on shows such as “Dateline” and has worked with police departments, students, parents and medical personnel. Her presentation includes information on the effects of GHB, Liquid X, Ecstasy, Special K, LSD, Nitrous Oxide (Noz) and other drugs. Discussion will include the impact of drug-facilitated sexual assaults, the abuse of prescription and over-the-counter medications, and the use of dietary and sport supplements. The presentations are sponsored by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare; Boise State Health, Wellness and Counseling Services; the City of Boise; Boise Schools; Intermountain Hospital; Albertson College of Idaho; Juvenile Justice Council, the WCA and others. -30- Contact Christina Berg Health, Wellness and Counseling Services 208 426-2752 Media Contact Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275