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Learn how you can help address the opioid crisis from home.

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About us

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Leaders Making a Difference

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Too often, addiction to illegal opioids begins with misuse of prescription medications. We must come together to end this cycle and help individuals and families who are struggling and provide communities with resources to prevent substance misuse.

LEADERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Local, state and national organizations working to address the substance misuse and opioid epidemic are
partners of RALI Oregon. We represent communities across our state that have been impacted by this crisis
including employers, veterans, children, rural Oregonians, health care providers and law enforcement, among others.

Learn more about the RALI Oregon partners by clicking on the logos below.

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You can use household  materials to dispose of your unused medications. All you have to do is mix your medicines with kitty litter or  old coffee grounds in an  airtight container and dispose of it in your trash can.

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Safe Use & Disposal

You can help prevent prescription drug misuse by learning more about safe use, storage, and disposal of medications.  

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SAFELY USE

Always talk to your doctor about how to use a prescription medication before taking it.

Be sure to follow dosing recommendations closely.

Don't mix medications without first checking with your doctor.

Never mix prescription opioids with alcohol.

Don't take someone else's medication.

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SAFELY STORE

Always keep prescription medications in a locked or secure place – and always out of the reach of children.

Have a family conversation about the dangers of misusing prescription medication.

Never share medications with family members.

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SAFELY DISPOSE

When finished using a prescription medication as directed by a medical professional, you should safely dispose of it rather than keep it in your medicine cabinet for future use.

Below are several ways to easily and safely dispose of unused medications. Visit the Food and Drug Administration website or talk to your doctor about the disposal method best suited for your medication

One of the best things we can all do to help address the opioid crisis in our state is to safely dispose of unneeded prescription medications. There are several options:

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You can use household materials to dispose of your unused medications. All you have to do is mix your medicines with kitty litter or old coffee grounds in an airtight container and dispose of it in your trash can.

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You can visit a drug takeback center in your community.

Click HERE to find locations in Oregon

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You can use a home disposal kit – you’ll put unused medications in the included pouch,
add water, seal and dispose of it in the trash.

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Warning Signs

If someone you know has started misusing opioids, early intervention is important. Learning the warning signs of opioid addiction can help protect your family, friends and communities.

 

Physical and behavioral changes could indicate someone is misusing prescription opioids or illegal drugs, like heroin or fentanyl.

 

Common signs of opioid misuse:

Physical Signs

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  • Increase in fatigue or drowsiness

  • Rapid weight loss

  • Frequent constipation or nausea

  • Decline in personal hygiene

  • Wearing long sleeves regardless of the season

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Behavioral Signs

  • Unexplained absences from school or work

  • Drop in grades or performance at work

  • Loss of interest in hobbies

  • Spending less time with friends or family

  • Hanging out with a new friend group

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Indicators in the Home

  • Missing prescription medications

  • Empty pill bottles

  • Paraphernalia, such as syringes, shoe laces or rubber hose, kitchen spoons, aluminum foil, straws, lighters

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Spotting warning signs in teenagers can be particularly hard because young people go through many emotional and physical changes.

 

If you suspect a loved one is misusing opioids, there are resources that can help you prepare for a conversation with them.  It’s also important to talk to your family doctor about prevention and treatment options.

 

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

SAMHSA

Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA)

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