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Opioids

The Opioid Problem

In 2016, opioid overdose deaths increased to more than 42,000 Americans. This goes to show that opioid overdose is still a major public health problem in the United States.

What Are Opioids?

Opioids fall into three main groups:

A prescription medicine used to treat and reduce physical pain.

Illegal drugs like heroin.

Illegal opioids like fentanyl analogs (e.g., carfentanil).

There are several prescription medication opioids, but some of the well-known ones you may have heard of before include:

  • Morphine
  • Codeine
  • Methadone
  • Oxycodone
  • Hydrocone
  • Fentanyl
  • Hydromorphone
  • Buprenorphine

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About GPTCHB

The Great Plains Tribal Chairmen’s Health Board provides key advocacy for its constituents in order for them to have access to the highest quality, most comprehensive and up-to-date health resources available in the areas of research, education, assistance, prevention and outreach.
 
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The Behavioral Health & Recovery Department focuses on reducing behaviors that lead to adverse outcomes through education, outreach and support.

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Great Plains Tribal Chairmen’s Health Board
2611 Elderberry Blvd
Rapid City, SD 57703
 
Phone: 605.721.1922
Toll Free: 1.800.745.3466
Fax: 605.721.1932
 
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