Overdose-response FAQ
Clear answers. Urgent care first.
Plain-language information for recognizing an emergency, understanding naloxone, and finding trusted learning resources.
Emergency directive
Call 911 immediately for a suspected overdose.
Follow the dispatcher's instructions and seek emergency care right away.
This page shares general information only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or a substitute for professional care.
Know before you need it
Guidance for a moment that cannot wait.
Start with emergency care. Then use these answers to learn, prepare, and share credible information with care.
Training & resources
Learn from trusted public sources.
CDC overdose prevention
General overdose-prevention information and emergency response guidance.
Open resourceSAMHSA support resources
Find treatment and support options through SAMHSA’s national locator.
Open resourceAmerican Red Cross naloxone education
A recognized learning resource for naloxone and opioid-overdose education.
Open resourcePeople over stigma
Help make compassionate information easier to find.
Sharing trusted education, listening without judgment, and connecting people to public resources are meaningful ways to support safer communities.
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For a suspected overdose, call 911. For non-emergency learning, visit our Naloxone & Resources hub.
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