Odfree.org

Overdose Data to Action (OD2A)

WebA National Program at Work in Mississippi. ODfree.org is a program administered by the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) and supported by a federal grant initiative funded by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The purpose of the program, called Overdose Data to Action (OD2A), is to collect …

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Overdose Treatment

WebGet FREE online addiction guidance and support from national experts. This program is made possible through financial support from UMMC. Mississippians can now get FREE access to expert training, guidance, and support. Allies in Recovery is a FREE national online program that provides knowledge, skills, and support to families who have loved

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Professional Resources

WebThe MSBHLN was established by the Mississippi Public Health Institute (MSPHI) in 2017 in tandem with the Mississippi State Department of Mental Health Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Services (MSDMH BADS) to provide professional and workforce development to behavioral health providers throughout Mississippi. The organization’s mission is to

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History of Opioids

WebA Short History of Opioids From Ancient Egypt to Modern Medicine 3,000 years ago, texts in ancient Egypt first described the phenomenon of human beings using opium—an extract of a common flower called the poppy—for both inducing a feeling of euphoria and reducing pain. Just like alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and a great.

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Reduce the Stigma

WebAddiction, or substance use disorder, is a chronic brain condition, yet the stigma surrounding the disease continues to be a significant barrier to treatment and recovery.

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Help Make DeSoto County OD Free!

WebHelp Make DeSoto County OD Free! DeSoto County has one of the highest overdose rates in Mississippi, but you can help. 70% of casual drug users get their first drugs from the household medicine cabinet – so dispose of your leftover medications before they fall into the wrong hands.

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Make Mississippi OD FREE

WebOverdose Data, Prevention & Treatment. Properly prescribed medications can be effective—but like illegal drugs, they can also be abused. Whether produced legally or illegally, stimulants and opioids are dangerous substances, and just a small dose can be deadly under the right circumstances. Explore this website to explore the data as well as

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Talking With Teens about Fentanyl & Fentapills

WebSometimes it can be hard for parents and teens to communicate – but with drug overdoses more common than ever before, it’s never been more important for teens to be armed with information. Knowledge is power, so follow these tips to start a dialogue with your teen about deadly drugs like illicit fentanyl.

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Overdoses and the Black Community

WebThe data shows that since 2015, the rate of drug overdose deaths among the Black Community have outpaced other groups. According to one study the death rate among Black individuals increased from 24.7 in 2019 to 36.8 in 2020—16.3% higher than among Whites. Click through this site to learn more about overdoses in Mississippi, and what …

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OD Intervention & Calling 911

WebIf you ever suspect that someone has overdosed on prescription medicine or other drugs, calling 911 immediately could save their life—and relieve you of a lifetime of guilt, whether you deserve to feel it or not. Mississippi’s Medical Emergency Good Samaritan Act protects those who alert emergency services in the event of an overdose, even

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Overdose Treatment

WebThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a program of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, has a variety of resources for understanding and finding treatment for substance abuse.

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