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Celebrated on 11/30/2026
National Meth Awareness Day, observed on November 30, was established to combat the methamphetamine epidemic. The day was chosen to coincide with the anniversary of the signing of the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005, which restricted the sale of precursor chemicals.
National Meth Awareness Day was first observed on November 30, 2006, following the passage of the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) of 2005, signed into law by President George W. Bush. The day was created by the Meth Project, a nonprofit organization founded by Thomas M. Siebel in 2005, to raise awareness about the dangers of methamphetamine use and to support prevention efforts. The Meth Project launched the day as part of its larger campaign to reduce first-time meth use through education and community action.
Since its inception, National Meth Awareness Day has grown into a nationwide observance, with events organized by schools, community groups, and law enforcement agencies. Activities include educational seminars, public service announcements, and social media campaigns. The day has also expanded to highlight treatment resources and recovery stories. In recent years, the focus has shifted to address the role of meth in the broader opioid crisis and the rise of fentanyl-laced methamphetamine.
Methamphetamine use has declined among teens but remains a concern in rural and tribal communities, where rates of use are higher than in urban areas. According to the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 2.5 million people aged 12 or older reported using methamphetamine in the past year. * The Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 led to a 50% reduction in meth lab incidents by 2010, though production has since shifted to Mexico.
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