CDC’s Campaigns to Stop Overdose

In the United States, drug overdoses continue to take over 250 lives every day. In an effort to reduce fatal and nonfatal overdoses and reduce harm, CDC developed four distinct campaigns focused on the potency of illegally made fentanyl and its prevalence in the drug supply, spreading the word about lifesaving naloxone, explaining that risks and consequences associated with mixing drugs, and reducing stigma around drug use, addiction, and treatment. This video gives a brief overview of CDC’s Campaigns to Stop Overdose, why they were developed, and the impact they’ve had so far. To learn more about the campaigns and to check out available campaign materials, visit cdc.gov/stopoverdose