MADD https://madd.org/ Mothers Against Drunk Driving Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:39:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://madd.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/browswer-tab-triangle.png MADD https://madd.org/ 32 32 How Student Athletes Influence Mental Health and Safe Driving on Campus  https://madd.org/how-student-athletes-influence-mental-health-and-safe-driving-on-campus/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:01:57 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=131680 By: Riley Guldberg   Student Athletes and Campus Influence   College student athletes are among the most visible members of campus communities. They balance academic responsibilities, athletic performance, and public expectations while representing their institutions both on and off the field. This visibility creates opportunity, but it also creates Read More

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]]> From Pain to Purpose: Relentless Fight Against Impaired Driving https://madd.org/from-pain-to-purpose/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:12:33 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=131649 By Charlie Hosek | For MADD National When Danette Goad lost her only daughter in a crash caused by a drunk driver, she could have chosen to retreat into grief. Instead, she transformed unimaginable pain into tireless purpose—becoming one of MADD’s most committed volunteers and Read More

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]]> The HALT Act Is the Law. The Technology Exists. So why the Delay? https://madd.org/the-halt-act-is-the-law-the-technology-exists-so-why-the-delay/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:58:08 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=131604 This week, the Associated Press examined a question families impacted by drunk driving have been asking for years. If Congress passed a bipartisan law to stop drunk driving, why has it not been implemented yet? Read the Associated Press story What is the HALT Drunk Read More

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]]> How Long Does Weed (THC) Stay in Your System? https://madd.org/how-long-does-weed-thc-stay-in-your-system/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:49:13 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=131591 While most substances in the body vanish within a few hours, tetrahydrocannabinol, better known as THC, can last in various parts of the body for longer amounts of time. Marijuana, often referred to as weed, pot, or cannabis, contains THC, the primary psychoactive compound responsible Read More

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]]> Is a DUI a Felony or Misdemeanor Charge? https://madd.org/is-a-dui-a-felony-or-misdemeanor-charge/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:40:59 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=131541 The answer to “Is a DUI a felony or misdemeanor?” depends on the circumstances of the offense and the laws in your state. While many DUI charges start as misdemeanors, certain factors can quickly elevate them to felony charges with serious, lasting consequences. Understanding how Read More

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]]> Alcohol Poisoning Symptoms: Know What to Watch for https://madd.org/alcohol-poisoning-symptoms-know-what-to-watch-for/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 23:46:35 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=131503 Recognizing the symptoms of alcohol poisoning helps you support others and prevent situations from becoming unsafe. In social settings where drinking can escalate quickly, noticing these early signs can make a meaningful difference. This article explains what alcohol poisoning is, the symptoms to watch for, Read More

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]]> Why Impaired Driving Should Matter to You (Even If You Think It Doesn’t) https://madd.org/why-impaired-driving-should-matter-to-you-even-if-you-think-it-doesnt/ Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:33:41 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=131497 Most people in their late teens, 20s, and early 30s feel untouchable. We’re young, We’re healthy, we’re busy building our futures. We bounce back after a night out, we juggle work, school, friendships, and everything else life throws at us. The idea that something life-shattering Read More

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]]> How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System? https://madd.org/how-long-does-alcohol-stay-in-your-system/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:31:57 +0000 https://maddorgstg.wpengine.com/?p=131468 If you perform a quick online search for the query ”how long does alcohol stay in your system,” you’ll receive thousands of results. It’s a common question many people ask, especially before getting behind the wheel. While alcohol typically leaves the bloodstream within 12 to Read More

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]]> Powered by Partnerships, The MADD Network Expands Its National Effort to End Impaired Driving https://madd.org/powered-by-partnerships-the-madd-network-expands-its-national-effort-to-end-impaired-driving/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 02:58:04 +0000 https://maddorgstg.wpengine.com/?p=131232 By Savannah Stewart Riding on a successful -2024 launch of The MADD Network, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) continues to drive change in eliminating impaired driving across the United States. The MADD Network partners with brands across various industries – including insurance companies, alcohol brands, Read More

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]]> A Gen Z Guide to Going Out, Showing Up, and Getting Home Safe https://madd.org/gen-z-guide-to-getting-home-safe/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 17:00:55 +0000 https://madd.org/?p=130941 For MADD by Charlie Hosek  We’re Gen Z. We care loudly, we celebrate boldly, and we show up for each other: Whether it’s a protest, a group project, or a Friday night out. It’s time we take that same energy into something even more urgent: Read More

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