As Opioid Crisis Rages, Some Trade ‘Tough Love’ For Empathy – NBC News – Aug. 8, 2018
“Letting their children hit bottom is not the best strategy because in hitting bottom, they may die,” one expert says. Read More.
Eager to Quit Opioids, but Unable to Get Meds – Star Tribune – Aug. 5, 2018
Despite Minnesota’s professed commitment to battling opioid abuse, the state’s own health insurance program for the poor is among the biggest barriers in getting anti-addiction drugs to patients. Read More.
Narcan Saves Lives, But How? – Post Bulletin – Aug. 4, 2018
Many Minnesotans now recognize the word “Narcan” when hearing about opioid overdose, but how much do people actually know about this life-saving medication? Read More.
Opioid Overdose Deaths 2016
Nonfatal Overdose Hospital Treated 2016
Prescribing Practices Opioid Prescriptions 2016
Hospitalization Rate for Opioid Use Disorder
Find additional statewide data, analyses, resources and prevention practices on the Minnesota Department of Health Opioid Dashboard
Americans have historically viewed substance use disorders as a moral failing instead of as a diagnosable medical condition. It’s time to break down the stigma and get people the help they need.
Preliminary data from the Minnesota Department of Health death report indicate that there were over 400 fatal overdoses in Minnesota during 2017, with a surge in fentanyl-related deaths. http://knowthedangers.com
“Letting their children hit bottom is not the best strategy because in hitting bottom they may die," one expert says.
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“Letting their children hit bottom is not the best strategy because in hitting bottom they may die," one expert says.
The stigma surrounding the disease of #addiction keeps far too many from seeking treatment. We must change how we talk and think about this chronic brain disease. #EndTheStigma https://t.co/FPjjFyd7Ag
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Whether you’re looking for help for yourself, for someone you know, or just looking to expand your knowledge and awareness, our resources connect you to lifesaving information to fight opioid use disorder. Link in bio.
