What you need to know about overdoses
Illegal drug-related overdoses and deaths are a serious concern across the country. If you or someone you love needs help, there are resources to support you.
Services and information topics
Signs of an overdose
An overdose might look different from one person to the next. But there are things you can look for if you suspect someone may have overdosed on an opioid like heroin or fentanyl.
Responding to an overdose
If you suspect an overdose, follow the SAVE ME steps.
Overdose prevention
Strategies to help to prevent and respond to overdoses.
Recovery services and treatment support
Just as everyone has a different life path, people experiencing substance use challenges can have different healing journeys. Whichever path someone takes, support is an essential resource throughout their healing journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What you don't know can hurt you. Learn about the potential dangers of fentanyl and overdosing by reading the questions people ask most.