Preventing Prescription Drug & Opioid Abuse

Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in North Dakota.

Opioids are not good or bad in and of themselves. They’re an effective pain relief tool that comes with benefits, but also significant risks.

Anyone taking prescription or illegal opioids is at risk for overdose. Learn the signs and how to effectively respond to an overdose here.

Opioid misuse and addiction can impact anyone—from young injured athletes to older adults with chronic pain.

Find resources, tools and strategies to implement in your community to prevent opioid misuse, addiction and overdose.

There is hope for recovery. North Dakota has a network of treatment, recovery and support resources.