Stop Overdose
Drugs take over 250 lives every day
To address the increasing number of overdose deaths related to both prescription opioids and illicit drugs, we created a website to educate people who use drugs about the dangers of illicitly manufactured fentanyl, the risks and consequences of mixing drugs, the lifesaving power of naloxone, and the importance of reducing stigma around recovery and treatment options. Together, we can stop drug overdoses and save lives.
Click on a topic below to find out more.
Fentanyl is up to 50x more potent than heroin and 100x more potent than morphine. Learn more about the dangers of fentanyl and how it has taken over the drug supply.
Naloxone is a safe medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids, including heroin and fentanyl. Learn more about where to get naloxone and how to use it.
Polysubstance use occurs when two or more drugs are taken together, either intentionally or unintentionally. Learn more about the risks and consequences of mixing different types of drugs.
Addiction is a disease, not a character flaw. There are many ways to treat substance use disorders. Learn more about what options are available and how to support loved ones on their recovery journey.
How to help someone recover
If you know or think someone is struggling with addiction, ask them if you can help. Your concern might be just what they need to start their recovery journey, and your support could make all the difference in their success.
Recovery is possible
Don’t wait to get started. Look for information on your state or local health department’s website or ask your healthcare provider for treatment and referral services available in your area.
- Executive Summary: Stop Overdose Campaigns [PDF – 28 pages] (2022)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Overdose Death Rates (2021)
National Institute on Drug Abuse - Other Drugs. (2021)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Understanding the Epidemic. (2021)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Opioid Basics (2021)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Tolerance, Dependence, Addiction: What’s the Difference? (2017)
National Institute on Drug Abuse - Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Deaths — United States, 2017–2018 (2020)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - COVID-19 and People at Increased Risk for Substance Use Disorder (2021)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention