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Opioid Resources
Opioid Resources
Opioid Resources
Opioids are powerful medications that are primarily prescribed for relief of acute pain, such as surgery or chronic pain, such as cancer pain. Opioid medication is commonly abused due to the physical tolerance built up within the body. It is also abused by individuals (who are not experiencing pain) for its euphoric effects. An abundance
Opioids are powerful medications that are primarily prescribed for relief of acute pain, such as surgery or chronic pain, such as cancer pain. Opioid medication is commonly abused due to the physical tolerance built up within the body. It is also abused by individuals (who are not experiencing pain) for its euphoric effects. An abundance of synthetic, illegal, and counterfeit opioid drugs are circulating in the community - sold by drug dealers online and shared among peers. These drugs are not regulated and are often tainted with the deadly drug, Fentanyl.
Narcan
Opioid Resources
Opioid Resources
Naloxone, more commonly known as Narcan is a lifesaving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. It is most commonly administered as a nasal spray to an individual exhibiting symptoms of opioid overdose. Narcan will not negatively affect an individual who is not suffering an opioid overdose, but will likely save the life of a perso
Naloxone, more commonly known as Narcan is a lifesaving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. It is most commonly administered as a nasal spray to an individual exhibiting symptoms of opioid overdose. Narcan will not negatively affect an individual who is not suffering an opioid overdose, but will likely save the life of a person who is experiencing an opioid overdose.
Download the PDFs below to: 1) identify the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and 2) learn how to use Narcan during a deadly Fentanyl overdose.
Support Services
Opioid Resources
Support Services
Individuals sometimes turn to drugs, such as opioids, when they are experiencing emotional pain, anxiety, or depression. Although this self-medication can blunt the uncomfortable feelings temporarily, the root of the problem still exists. Riverside Heartsavers encourages our neighbors to seek support services to address the causes of the
Individuals sometimes turn to drugs, such as opioids, when they are experiencing emotional pain, anxiety, or depression. Although this self-medication can blunt the uncomfortable feelings temporarily, the root of the problem still exists. Riverside Heartsavers encourages our neighbors to seek support services to address the causes of the distress. Here are some Support Services we recommend:
Student Assistant Program (SAP) Counselors within the school district
Family Physician, Psychologist, or Therapist