What are Opioids?

Opioids are drugs most commonly prescribed for acute, short-term pain, post-surgery recovery, or for cancer patients. You may know them by names such as: Oxycodone, Vicodin, Codeine, Morphine, and Fentanyl.

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Educational video information regarding Fentanyl

• Fentanyl - The Real Deal (Safety Recommendations for First Responders)
• Real Deal on Fentanyl - Youth Fentanyl Awareness (short video)