Opioid Misuse Prevention Program

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The Opioid Misuse Prevention Program aims to reduce access to prescription opioids by addressing common sources such as theft and improper storage or disposal. The program promotes safe storage practices, encourages proper disposal methods, and educates the community on preventing opioid misuse. Additionally, the program monitors take-back drop boxes and organizes pop-up drug take-back events to provide accessible disposal options for unused or expired medications.

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Opioid Misuse Prevention Program

https://mygarrettcounty.com/groups/opioid-misuse-prevention-program/

Goal:

Provide Garrett County residents with education and prevention strategies to address prescription opioid misuse. Increase awareness of medication drop box locations and distribute Deterra pouches to promote safe and proper at-home medication disposal.
 
 

Strategy Description:

Utilize educational material and provide methods promoting safe storage and disposal of medications.

Level of Change:

Primary Focus Area:

Access to Care and Linkages to Community Resources

Data Category Tag:

GCHD Health Education and Outreach

Strategic Planning Alignment:

Education

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Estimated Ease of Implementation:

Moderate

Estimated Cost of Implementation:

Moderate

Potential Community Benefit:

Very High

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