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Opioid Overdoses

An opioid overdose can happen for many different reasons. Some of the most common causes include:

Individual

  • When a patient misuses a prescription on purpose.
  • When someone uses an illegal drug like heroin. 
  • When someone uses an opioid contaminated with an even stronger one like fentanyl.
  • When a patient using prescription opioids misunderstands the directions for use.
  • When someone mixes opioids with other kinds of medication.

Physician

  • When the person prescribing an opioid miscalculates the dosage amount.

Pharmacist

  • When the pharmacist providing medication makes a mistake.
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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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