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Learn about preventing overdose, getting help with addiction, medication safety at home, and safe medication disposal.

Preventing Overdose

Naloxone is a safe antidote to reverse an opioid overdose. It neutralizes the opioids, reverses the possible fatal side effects, and helps someone breathe again.

Overdose Rescue Kit

If a loved one or someone you know may be at risk of an overdose, call to get an Overdose Rescue Kit.

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Naloxone & Overdose FAQ

Learn about naloxone, the signs of overdose, and how to take action.

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Talking to Your Doctor

Some people might think prescription opioids are safer than alcohol or illegal drugs, but they can carry risks and side effects.

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Opioids FAQ

What are opioids? Learn about prescription opioids, fentanyl, and heroin.

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Opioid & Naloxone FAQ

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Talking to Your Doctor

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Fentanyl & Counterfeit Pills

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Talking to Your Doctor

Some people might think prescription opioids are safer than alcohol or illegal drugs, but they can carry risks and side effects.

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Getting help

There are a range of treatment services countywide, including specialized treatment services and referrals for youth and adults coping with addiction.

Help with Addiction

Learn about treatment services for substance use problems.

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Treatment Services

To get help with addiction call the confidential 24/7 Access Line: 1-844-385-9200.

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Crisis & Referral Line

Call if you are experiencing a mental health crisis – available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Get help now if you or someone you care about is in crisis.

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Opioid & Naloxone FAQ

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Talking to Your Doctor

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Fentanyl & Counterfeit Pills

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Addiction treatment locations

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, call for a free, confidential assessment.

Access Line: 1-844-385-9200 • Toll-free • 24/7

Medication safety

1 in 5 Ventura County Teens have abused prescription drugs.
Over 50% get them from friends and family.

Safe Storage

Keep children safe. Secure your prescription and over-the-counter medications.

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Safe Medication Disposal

Safely dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired Rx medication via secure, confidential disposal bins.

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Signs of Prescription Misuse

Tips for parents on teens and prescription drug misuse.

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Youth in Ventura County

Prescription drug and heroin prevention education campaigns for high school youth.

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Opioid & Naloxone FAQ

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Talking to Your Doctor

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Fentanyl & Counterfeit Pills

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Medication Safety at Home

Child-resistant doesn’t mean child-proof. Secure your prescription and over-the-counter medications, including medical cannabis, out-of-reach from young children as well as teens.

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Medication disposal drop-off locations

Community
  • Overdose Rescue Kit
  • Naloxone & Overdose FAQ
  • Help with AddictionMedication Safety at HomeSafe Medication Disposal
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  • Overdose Prevention Program
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