296
Overdoses each day in 2022
76%
Overdoses involve an opioid
2+
Research shows that people who have had at least one overdose are more likely to have another.
2.7
million people age 12 and over in the United States are estimated to have an opioid use disorder.
What is an Opioid?
Opioids are a class of drugs that include prescription pain relievers — such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, and codeine — as well as illegal drugs like heroin and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl. These medications are effective for managing pain when used as prescribed, but they also carry a high risk of dependence and overdose. Opioids work by attaching to receptors in the brain and body to reduce pain and create feelings of relaxation or euphoria. When misused or taken in higher doses, they can slow breathing and heart rate, which can be life-threatening. Understanding how opioids work is an important step in preventing misuse and protecting our communities.
What We're Doing
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Promoting education on safe opioid use and overdose prevention
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Expanding access to naloxone and other harm reduction resources
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Reducing stigma by treating opioid use as a medical condition — not a moral failing
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Strengthening protective factors that keep individuals and families healthy
ACCESS FREE
NAXOLONE
Naloxone (Narcan Nasal Spray) is a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose — and it’s now available free of charge at public access points throughout Clay and Becker Counties.
You don’t need a prescription, and anyone can learn how to use it.
Because one small action can save a life.
Through research, evidence-based risk and protective factors have been identified. These guide us but don't limit us - many can be changed to positive outcomes.
