VIDEO – THE DIRTIEST DOZEN –

Sept 9, 2023 – Potential signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose include: 

• Loss of consciousness.
• Markedly constricted or pinpoint pupils.
• Breathing difficulties (slowed, labored, and/or irregular breathing).
• Respiratory arrest (completely stopped breathing).
• Choking, gurgling, or snoring sounds.
• Blue or purple lips or fingertips.
• Being unresponsive to loud noises, shaking, or painful stimuli.

For more information on overdose recognition and substance abuse help please see the below links: 

https://americanaddictioncenters.org/overdose

https://www.cdc.gov/rxawareness/prevent/index.html

https://www.dauphincounty.gov/government/human-services/drug-alcohol-services

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