Prevent Overdose Deaths Infographic

Despite progress, drug overdose deaths continue to impact our nation.

• The majority involved a prescription or illicit opioid.
• Taking more than one drug at the same time can increase overdose risk.
• Nearly 71,000 drug overdose deaths in 2019.

Not all overdoses have to end in death.

Everyone has a role to play.

• Learn about the risks of opioids.
• Learn about naloxone, its availability, and how to use it.
• Help people struggling with opioid use disorder to find the right care and treatment.