CDC's Rx Awareness Campaign

You never expect you're going to lose a child. It's all out of order. -Judy

American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) are heavily affected by the opioid overdose epidemic.
Stories of Alaska Natives, bring to light how their cultures helped with their recovery.

Prescription opioids can be addictive and dangerous. CDC’s Rx Awareness campaign tells the stories of people whose lives were impacted by prescription opioids.

Real Stories

Real people sharing their stories about prescription opioids

All Campaign Resources

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Social Media

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About the Campaign

Overview of the Rx Awareness campaign

Key Resources

Save a Life
Recovery Is Possible
Get Informed
Opioid Overdose

Page last reviewed: January 12, 2021

Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control

Rx Awareness

American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) are heavily affected by the opioid overdose epidemic. Stories of Alaska Natives, bring to light how their cultures helped with their recovery.

American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) are heavily affected by the opioid overdose epidemic.
Stories of Alaska Natives, bring to light how their cultures helped with their recovery.