Naloxone: A Way to Save a Life

Opioid overdoses don't discriminate. Having naloxone nasal spray means being ready to care for your community if someone overdoses. Learn how to use it, where to find it, and more here.

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What You Need to Know About Opioids

  • Understanding Opioids

    Regardless of the reason for taking them, opioids are powerful drugs that can lead to an opioid use disorder or overdose. Learn what behaviors can put you at higher risk and the signs that you or someone you know might have a problem.

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  • Reduce the Risk of Overdose

    Opioid overdoses happen unexpectedly and usually by accident. Know what you can do to lower the chance of you or your friends ending up in this emergency and potentially deadly situation with a few tips.

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  • Reverse an Overdose with Life-Saving Naloxone

    Accidental overdoses can happen to anyone who takes opioids, and without treatment, they can be fatal within minutes. Learn how you can save someone's life by giving them naloxone (Narcan®).

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  • How to Safely Take Your Prescription

    Reading the instructions on the bottle isn’t enough. Prescription opioids are very strong drugs that can put you at risk for opioid use disorder and overdose if not taken with caution.

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See How You Can Protect Yourself

Watch the Videos Below for Some Tips and Watchouts

About A Dose of Truth

A Dose of Truth is your source for the truth about opioids and their risk to our local communities throughout Illinois. Our mission is to provide the information and tools needed to keep yourself and the ones you love safe from an accidental opioid overdose or opioid use disorder.