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Brochures – Where can I obtain publications on various drug-related issues?
Some publications are available for download and others can be ordered for free, see our webpage: www.michigan.gov/mdch-bsaas – Resource Materials about Substance Use & Problem Gambling.

Complaint about a substance abuse treatment facility – Who do I contact?
Contact the MDCH, Bureau of Health Systems, Substance Abuse Licensing Section at (517) 241-1970.

Controlled substances/drugs – Where can I obtain information regarding the disposal process?
Please contact your local county health department.   They should have further information on disposal procedures.

Directory of Michigan Substance Abuse Programs – Where do I find it?
This directory is no longer published since there are many resources available now on the Internet:

Drivers license – Where do I find information about getting it back?
See the Secretary of State's website for information about Alcohol/Drug Offenses and Getting Your License Back.

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) – How can I reach them?
Contact the DEA Licensing and Prescriptions Office at 313-234-4000.

Drug testing in the State of Michigan workplace – Where can I obtain information?
Please contact the Office of the State Employer at: 517-373-7400 or www.michigan.gov/ose.

Gambling – How do I know if my gambling has become a problem?
Check out our Gamble Responsibly website at www.gambleresponsibly.org for a few questions to answer that will help you decide.

Illicit drug activity – Whom should I speak to if I want to report it?
Please call your local police department to report any such criminality.

Licensing – How do I become a substance abuse counselor or how does a substance abuse program become licensed?
Please see our licensing information webpage at: www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-2941_4871_29359-59278--,00.html.

Medical Marihuana – Who do I contact with questions?
The MDCH, Bureau of Health Professions administers this program. Information can be found at: www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-27417_51869---,00.html. Contact the Michigan Medical Marihuana Program at 517-373-0395.

Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPS) – Who do I contact with questions?
The MDCH, Bureau of Health Professions, is responsible for this system. Information can be found at: www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-27417_27648---,00.html, or contact them at: (517) 373-1737.

Office of National Drug Control Policy – How can I reach them?
Contact the ONDCP at: 202-395-6700 or www.whitehousedrugpolicy.gov.

Responsible Opioid Prescribing: A Michigan Physician's Guide – How can I obtain a copy of this handbook?
Contact the Bureau of Health Professions at (517) 373-7303 to request a copy. Additional pain management resources for both health professionals and the public are available at their website: www.michigan.gov/pm

Substance abuse minimum benefit level – What is required in the Michigan Insurance Code?
The Office of Financial and Insurance Services, Department of Labor and Economic Growth, reports the minimum benefit level, which changes each April 1st; this can be found at: www.michigan.gov/cis/0,1607,7-154-10555_13222_13236-34204--,00.html, or call (877) 999-6442 for additional information.

Tobacco product retailer – Where do I find information to be sure I am following retailer laws?
The Tobacco Retailer Kit can be found at www.michigan.gov/mdch-bsaas – Resource Materials about Substance Use & Problem Gambling.

Tobacco Use – Who can answer related questions?
The Tobacco Section of the Department of Community Health, Bureau of Health Promotion, will be glad to answer any inquiries. They can be reached at 517-335-8376. You may also contact your local Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Coordinator for information.