Opioid Overdose

Overdoses from opioids are on the rise and killing Americans of all races and ages. In 2017 more than 70,000 people died of a drug overdose, and about three out of every four of those deaths involved opioids.  CDC is committed to preventing opioid misuse, overdose, and deaths. These 5 key strategies guide our work and help us protect all Americans:

1. Conduct surveillance and research
2. Build state, local, and Tribal capacity
3. Support providers, health systems, and payers
4. Empower consumers to make safe choices
5. Partner with public safety