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Step-by-step guide for families facing a mental health or addiction crisis — crisis hotlines, mobile teams, emergency departments, and how to prepare before an emergency strikes.

Boston reports 120 opioid overdose deaths in 2025—a 56% decline from 2023 peak and the lowest number in 10 years, driven by expanded naloxone access and harm reduction strategies.

Rural North Carolina county allocates opioid settlement dollars to medication-assisted treatment, recovery housing, and naloxone distribution for fiscal year 2026-27.

Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority announces largest-ever funding round supporting 150 projects across prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction initiatives statewide.

CDC data shows nitazene-related overdose deaths surged from 27 in 2020 to 409 in 2024. Learn what families need to know about these dangerous synthetic opioids.

Florida Department of Health warns about 7-OH, a potent opioid-like compound sold in stores. Learn the risks, symptoms, and how to protect your family.

Rhode Island reports 219 overdose deaths in 2025, a 50% decline since 2022 and the lowest number in over a decade, surpassing the state's 2030 reduction goal.

Massachusetts achieves historic milestone as opioid-related overdose deaths drop to 978 in 2025 — a nearly 60% decline from the 2022 peak.

DEA identifies 5-chloro desmethyl chlorphine—a new class of ultra-potent synthetic opioids—in Tennessee seizure. Learn the risks and how to stay safe.