Empower Consumers
CDC helps educate consumers about the risks of prescription opioid misuse and the importance of discussing safer and more effective pain management with their healthcare providers. CDC also raises awareness of risks associated with non-medical use of opioids, factors that increase risks (such as fentanyl in the local drug supply), and approaches to reduce risks.
Shared Stories
- Real Stories: CDC Rx Awareness Campaign
From real people sharing their stories about prescription opioids
Know Your Options
- Information for Patients
Options to opioid therapy, expectations, how to prevent misuse and more
Opioid Use in Pregnancy
Other Related Harms
Page last reviewed: February 10, 2021