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Heroin & Opioids

Protecting Children from Fentanyl

Deaths from overdoses reached a staggering 100,300 in the 12-month period ending in April 2021. This represents nearly a 30% increase compared to the previous time period; largely driven by fentanyl. If your son or daughter has an opioid addiction, here are five things to know to keep your child safe.

Medicine Abuse: What’s Happening & Why

Used as directed, medicines improve our lives. When misused or abused, the consequences can be devastating. Learn more about this epidemic.

Just One-Fourth of People Who Need Medication for Opioid Use Disorder Receive It

Only one-quarter of people who need medication to treat opioid use disorder receive it, according to a new study.

Teens Who Misuse Prescription Opioids More Likely to Report Suicidal Behavior

A new study finds about one-third of high school students who said they were currently misusing prescription opioids reported attempting suicide.
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