Welcome to the Idaho RADAR Center
Due to COVID-19, Idaho RADAR Center will not have regular office hours again until after winter break.
We will still serve our patrons through online ordering or requests through email (shipping within the state of Idaho) at any time! We may also be available for one-on-one appointments, please email radar@boisestate.edu to schedule. Masks are required on Boise State University campus.
RADAR Center Hours:
Closed until after winter break. Appointments are available.
You may call/email to inquire about office hours to ensure we’re open.
208-426-3471, radar@boisestate.edu
RADAR News
Our January Newsletter is now available!
The monthly publication from the RADAR Center provides a brief overview of new materials and announcements at our resource center as well as information about relevant events in the Treasure Valley Community, webinars and free trainings.
The Electronic Cigarette Dragon: The Public Health Concern That Became a Criminal Justice Challenge
NDEWS monitors emerging drug use trends to enable health experts, researchers, and concerned citizens across the country to respond quickly to potential outbreaks of illicit drugs such as heroin and to identify increased use of designer synthetic compounds.
Michelle R. Peace, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Forensic Science, Virginia Commonwealth University has provided site users with slides and information regarding what to watch out for, what they look like and how to discuss this new concern.
SAMHSA Treatment Resources For Opioid Use Disorder-Flyer (PDF)
The flyer lists opioid use disorder resources for individual and community members and practitioners.
The Opioid Epidemic
Mapping and analytics company Esri created an interactive series of maps demonstrating the widespread impact of opioids. The maps show where opioids are most prevalent and where drug poisoning deaths are happening across the country. Counties and cities can also learn how to map their own data to take action against abuse and addiction.
NDEWS: National Drug Early Warning System
NDEWS monitors emerging drug use trends to enable health experts, researchers, and concerned citizens across the country to respond quickly to potential outbreaks of illicit drugs such as heroin and to identify increased use of designer synthetic compounds.
Donate/Support the RADAR Video Library
Thank you for your continued support!
Idaho RADAR Center
The Idaho RADAR Center provides free information about alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs to Idaho residents only. It includes a Lending Library of over 900 titles and functions as a statewide information clearinghouse and resource referral center.