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    I knew I had to stop for the sake of my children. Tessa

    There is hope. Recovery is possible.

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

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    About the Campaign

    Overview of the Rx Awareness campaign

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    Page last reviewed: January 12, 2021
    Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
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