Decrease the number of opioid-related overdose deaths in Howard County by 10% by 2025
Objective Description
Trend Analysis
Several factors influence the data related to opioid overdoses. There has been a recent decrease in reporting of non-fatal overdoses in the County, likely due to the saturation of naloxone and increasing numbers of those choosing not to report its use. Recent reports indicate a potential increase in fatal drug overdoses with fentanyl mixed with other drugs and the introduction of xylazine into illicit drugs. The health department continues to work with providers and community partners to maintain vigilance and education efforts to minimize fatalities.
Strategies
- Continued partnerships with government agencies and nonprofit groups through the overdose fatality review team.
- Work with stakeholders to assure an adequate network of substance use disorder providers.
- Provision of substance-use disorder or behavioral health counseling for individuals at the Detention Center or Howard House.
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Source: Howard County Health Department