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The Opioid Crisis in Arizona
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Opioid overdose death rate per 100,000 residents is 26.8%.
Maricopa county itself the rate of fatal opioid overdose was 22.3 per 100,000.
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Nationally, 75% of U.S. employers reported being directly impacted by opioid misuse in a 2018 survey by the National Safety Council.
The Opioid Crisis and Arizona's Workforce
Arizona industries with high injury rates and physically demanding work tend to have higher rates of opioid use and misuse.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics found that workplace overdose deaths from non-medical drug and alcohol use increased by at least 38% annually between 2013 and 2016.
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Naloxone is a medication that can quickly block the effects of opioids on the brain and restore breathing in someone experiencing an overdose.
What is Naloxone?
It is available in easy-to-use, non-injectable forms such as a nasal spray (Narcan) or auto-injector (Evzio).
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Naloxone only works on opioids, not other drugs. It is not effective in reversing overdoses from benzodiazepines, cocaine, or methamphetamine.
Key facts about Naloxone
Administering naloxone to someone who is not actually overdosing on opioids is unlikely to cause harm.
Naloxone typically starts working within 2-3 minutes. The effects last for 30-90 minutes, so it’s critical to call 911 immediately as the person may fall back into respiratory depression when the naloxone wears off.
At Nirvana Recovery Arizona, we can fight the Opioid crisis problem through
Intensive Outpatient Program
Partial Hospitalization Program
Residential Treatment
Aftercare Support
Interventions & Detox
Whether you or a family member needs help, our team of caring professionals are available to help.