Opioid Overdose Prevention in Douglas County
Deaths related to opioid overdose have risen drastically in Kansas over the recent years, with fentanyl contributing to a large amount of cases. Everyone can be prepared to save a life by knowing what to do in an emergency situation and having life saving naloxone available.
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Overdose deaths involving opioids, particularly fentanyl, have been rising: from 2018–2022, two‑thirds of overdose fatalities in the county were opioid‑related, with 43% of all overdose deaths overall involving fentanyl . This spike highlights a serious and growing public health threat.
Kansas All Drug Overdose Death Totals by Year, 2005 to 2022
Find naloxone in Douglas County
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2314 Bob Billings Parkway
Lawrence, KS 66045
How You Can Help
Reduce Stigma
Focus on the treatment instead of the blame.
Community Support
Support and advocate for help from community resource partners.
Safe Storage
Ensure your medications are locked and stored securely.
Safe Disposal
Safely dispose of unused or expired medications according to pharmacist or medical guidance.
Opioid Misuse Prevention Resources
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While overdose spikes are alarming, there are opportunities to prevent further harm. Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s (KDHE) Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Drug Overdose Prevention Program has developed this list of resources to assist local jurisdictions and other partners in responding to overdose in their communities. Visiting the resources in this toolkit, as well as promoting them to partners or the public, should help in planning and implementing responses to drug overdose and SUD issues in your community
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DCCCA has placed FREE naloxone vending machines throughout Kansas. Simply select the picture of the naloxone box on the screen, enter your zip code when prompted and the naloxone will be dispensed.
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