Opioid Misuse Prevention Program (OMPP)
OMPP provides education and support to individuals, families, and the community on how to prevent misusing opioids. The program especially focuses on reducing the stigma around substance use disorders (SUD) and opioid use disorders (OUD).
We also offer presentations on:
- Opioids and usage trends
- Anti-stigma workshops
- Narcan
- Safe storage & disposal of medications
MEDICATION DISPOSAL DROP-OFF BOXES
What are Opioids?
Opioids are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects. Opioids are most often used medically to relieve pain, and by people addicted to opioids.
Types of Opioids:
What you should know about opioids:
- Opioids are highly addictive.
- When abused, even a single large dose can cause severe respiratory failure, which can lead to death.
- Exposure to opioids in utero increases the risk of defects in the baby’s brain, heart, spine and abdominal wall.
- Taking too much opioid medication can result in overdose and death.
- Combining opioids with alcohol, sleep aids or muscle relaxers increase
Stigma Hurts
The program offers educational training/presentations on the following topics:
- Heroin
- Fentanyl
- Stigma
- Narcan
Lock it or Drop it
Store or dispose of medication in a lock box or drop box!
For more information, contact 410-334-3480.
