Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Sonoma, and Trinity Counties
Opioid prescriptions in California are decreasing, thanks to a concentrated effort to fight this crisis. But a lot of work still needs to be done.
Drug-related overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. More than three out of five drug overdose deaths involve an opioid.
But the numbers don’t stop there.
In 2022, health officials tallied these opioid-related statistics:
California
- 7,385 deaths
- 21,316 emergency department visits
- 13.6 million prescriptions
Del Norte County
- 20 deaths
- 28 emergency department visits
- 16,042 prescriptions
Humboldt County
- 76 deaths
- 144 emergency department visits
- 74,026 prescriptions
Mendocino County
- 41 deaths
- 66 emergency department visits
- 52,651 prescriptions
Sonoma County
- 95 deaths
- 252 emergency department visits
- 256,492 prescriptions
Trinity County
- 1 death
- 10 emergency department visits
- 8,970 prescriptions
Many people who misuse opioids get them from a friend or relative — often without that person’s knowledge. By removing the risk of unused opioids in your home, you can help address the devastating opioid crisis affecting so many American families. Proper disposal of unused prescription opioids saves lives.
To find a bin near you, visit medtakebackcalifornia.org.
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