Be an everyday Texas hero. Carry naloxone to save a life.

One in four Texans has experienced an opioid overdose (or poisoning) or knows someone who has. You can save a life by knowing how to respond when someone is experiencing an overdose from opioids, including fentanyl. Watch to learn the signs — and how to use naloxone to reverse an overdose.

Based on results from panel surveys conducted in 2020 and 2021 with a total of 3,347 adult participants throughout the state of Texas. Participants were selected to reflect current Texas demographics, including age, gender and ethnicity.
Opioids
ABOUT OPIOIDS

Opioids and Misuse 

Opioids are a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), codeine, morphine, and many others.

FENTANYL

Learn About Fentanyl

Fentanyl is a powerful opioid up to 50 times stronger than heroin—and it’s taking the lives of Texans every day. Learn more about fentanyl and how you can protect yourself, your family and your fellow Texans.

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Guidance
HOW TO HELP SOMEONE

Talking About Prescription Opioid Misuse and Fentanyl

If you are concerned that a friend or family member may be misusing prescription opioids or at risk for a fentanyl overdose, it’s time to speak up. Find guidance for navigating a challenging but potentially life-saving conversation.

Resources

For anyone struggling with opioid addiction, help is available. Find prevention, treatment and recovery resources near you. If you or someone else needs immediate medical attention, call 9-1-1.

Texas Takes Action

Learn how the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is addressing the opioid crisis to protect the health and safety of all Texans.

Community Leader Toolkit

Download materials to educate your community about the dangers of opioids, including fentanyl, and promote awareness of the Texas Targeted Opioid Response initiative.

Together, Texans are fighting the opioid crisis.

If you or someone you love is struggling with opioids, treatment is available, and recovery is possible. Watch this two-minute video to learn what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones from opioid misuse, overdose and addiction.