Opioids

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2022 Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain
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MMWR Report: 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain

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What is Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)?
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Opioid Basics

See the basics about illicit and prescription opioids including fentanyl and understanding the opioid overdose epidemic.

Opioid Data and Analysis

See information on data, research, surveillance systems, and resources related to overdose and prescribing practices, and more.

Opioid Overdose Prevention

Improve opioid prescribing, reduce exposure to opioids, prevent misuse, and treat opioid use disorder.

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Information for Patients, Families, and Caregivers
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Information for Clinicians and Healthcare Professionals
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Information for Healthcare Administrators
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Key Opioid Resources and Tools

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Naloxone Saves Lives
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Linking People with Opioid Use Disorder to Medication Treatment
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Rx Awareness Real Stories
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Addiction Medicine Toolkit
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Opioid Overdose Prevention Evidence-Based Interventions
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Opioid Rapid Response Program
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