Overdose (2022) Apr 2026

: Having someone with you who can respond or call for help is one of the most effective ways to prevent a fatal event.

: Nearly 76% of all overdose deaths in 2022 involved synthetic opioids like fentanyl. Fentanyl is often mixed into other drugs (like cocaine or counterfeit pills), leading to accidental ingestion by people unaware of its presence. Overdose (2022)

: Use naloxone (Narcan) if available. It can rapidly reverse opioid overdoses by blocking opioid receptors in the brain. : Having someone with you who can respond