Chicago HIDTA

08/06/2024

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August 21st marks National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day™, a solemn occasion dedicated to honoring the memory of those who have fallen victim to illi...

09/30/2022

Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than he**in. Fake Oxycodone pills, including rainbow colored that target youth, have been seized nationally and in Illinois.

09/01/2022

"Rainbow" fentanyl, a colorful version of fentanyl, has recently emerged in the illicit drug market. Rainbow colored pills have been seen in multiple states. Children are more susceptible to overdose. Look for these signs and symptoms if you suspect someone is experiencing and overdose.

08/11/2022

This is a potentially lethal dose of fentanyl. Do you know what's in your pills?

08/04/2022

4 out of 10 pills with fentanyl contain a potentially lethal dose. Do you know what is in your pills?

07/19/2022

Over 150 people die every day from overdoses related to synthetic opioids like fentanyl. Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than he**in and is often use in counterfeit prescription pills. Fentanyl has been found mixed with other drugs like co***ne, methamphetamine, and even ma*****na.
https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/fentanyl/pdf/Fentanyl_Fact_Sheet_508c.pdf

11/22/2021

Technology makes it easy for young people to buy counterfeit pills using their phone. 42% of illicit pills seized by law enforcement in Chicago are laced with deadly amounts of fentanyl. For more information visit https://candorhealthed.org/

11/16/2021

Fentanyl laced drugs have become more prevalent across the US and in Chicago. 42% of illicit pills seized in Chicago contain a deadly amount of fentanyl. Small amounts of fentanyl can be deadly.
https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/fentanyl/index.html

09/27/2021

Treatment works. Recovery is possible. Find out how addiction recovery can improve your life.

09/22/2021

Supporting a loved in recovery can make all the difference. Learn how to help.

09/17/2021

You may not always know what to say or do, but supporting a loved one in recovery can make all the difference. Learn how to help

09/13/2021

Talking with a loved one about their substance use can be hard. Learn tips for supporting and encouraging them to seek treatment.