05/26/2026
Opioid overdose can happen when opioids slow or stop breathing. It is a medical emergency that needs immediate attention.
Opioids include prescription pain medications, he**in, and fentanyl. In 2023, nearly 80,000 overdose deaths in the U.S. involved opioids.
Understanding the danger is the first step in prevention. Watch for Part II on the warning signs of overdose.