Opioid abuse and addiction often seem impossible to escape, but there are resources dedicated to helping those in need. If you or somebody you know are suffering from opioid addiction or abuse, please see the resources below to learn more and get help
- Center for Disease Control Pamphlet – Identifying an Overdose and Determining Next Steps
- National Institute of Health’s Opioid Overdose Crisis – Information and Resources
- Center for Disease Control Pamphlet – General Information Regarding Prescription Opioids
- Health and Human Services – Opioid Epidemic Portal
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – National Helplines, Locator to Find Treatment Agencies, and Other Resources
- Missouri Opioid State Targeted Response – Resources, Videos, and Locations for Treatment (similar to SAMHSA but more Missouri focused)
- Missouri Health Matters
- Missouri Department of Corrections
- Opioid Crisis Response | dmh.mo.gov
- MoOpioid Settlements – Opioid Settlement Report
- Voluntary Non-Opioid Directives – Website | Form