In the last year over 200 people have died from a fentanyl related overdose/poisoning
7 out of 10 seized pills contain a potentially lethal dose
Spokane County Fire & EMS respond to an average of 6 ODs per day
It can be found in all types of illicit drugs as well as in fake pills
A very small amount can be harmful. Measured in micrograms
Fentanyl is now the # 1 cause of death for Americans age 14 to 45
- Approximately 300 lives are lost daily because of fentanyl.
- Approximately every 11 minutes, someone dies from fentanyl.
- The 2024 fentanyl seizures represent over 93.7 million deadly doses.
In 2023, DEA seized more than 79.5 million fentanyl-laced fake pills and nearly 12,000 pounds of fentanyl powder. The 2023 seizures are equivalent to more than 376.7 million lethal doses of fentanyl.
Drugs and Social Media
Drug dealers have turned smartphones and other similar devices into a one stop shop. Deadly drugs are being purchased online and delivered to homes just like any other good or service.
Many of these drugs are laced with fentanyl unknown to the buyer.
The only pills you should take are from your provider.
Narcan/Naloxone
Narcan/Naloxone is a medication that is a strong reversal agent for opioid overdoses by blocking opiate receptors
IT IS NOT HARMFUL
Narcan's only function is to block opiate receptors
You cannot overdose on Narcan
It is SAFE to any age groups
It is safe to use the same dosage for everyone
Most importantly - Narcan can be the difference between an Overdose and a Death
To find Naloxone in your area, please visit Stop Overdose
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