08/31/2026
Overdose can happen to anyone.
Today, on International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the lives lost to overdose and stand with families, friends, and communities who have been affected.
The good news is that overdose deaths can be prevented.
Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. It works quickly and can give someone a second chance while emergency help is on the way. Carrying naloxone and knowing how to use it can help reduce overdose deaths and save lives.
We encourage everyone to learn the signs of an overdose, carry naloxone when possible, and treat people affected by substance use with compassion and without judgment. Visit experience.arcgis.com/experience/faae7cdd199149a490b4d224884b8d4e/page/Substance-Use-Disorder-Resources for information on local Naloxone Access Points.