So, You’re a Young Adult

Did you know that in the US, more people die of overdoses involving opioids than in car accidents or from gun violence?
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In New Mexico, six out of every 10 unintentional overdose deaths involved prescription drugs.

So, You’re a Young Adult

Did you know that in the US, more people die of overdoses involving opioids than in car accidents or from gun violence?
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In New Mexico, six out of every 10 unintentional overdose deaths involved prescription drugs.
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Heads Up. Taking an opioid, even when prescribed, can be dangerous.

Being a young adult can be tough. Sports injuries happen. Wisdom teeth are pulled. School stress intensifies. And you may encounter opioids.

But these little things can harm you:

Common Opioids:
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Heads Up. Taking an opioid, even when prescribed, can be dangerous.

Being a young adult can be tough. Sports injuries happen. Wisdom teeth are pulled. School stress intensifies. And you may encounter opioids.

But these little things can harm you:

Common Opioids:
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Speak Up. Your friends might not know the dangers of opioids.

You and your friends make many of your own decisions, but what about when those decisions lead to the worst?

It only takes a little to take a life.
And it only takes a little to save one.

Now that you know, speak up and say something when you see something.
Talk to your friends
You also have the right to ask questions about the drugs your doctor is prescribing you or that your friends are taking.
Questions to ask
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Speak Up. Your friends might not know the dangers of opioids.

You and your friends make many of your own decisions, but what about when those decisions lead to the worst?

It only takes a little to take a life.
And it only takes a little to save one.

Now that you know, speak up and say something when you see something.
You also have the right to ask questions about the drugs your doctor is prescribing you or that your friends are taking.
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You and your friends need each other. And you have a responsibility to look out for your group.

Don’t take opioids you don’t need, and encourage your friends to do the same.
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You and your friends need each other. And you have a responsibility to look out for your group.

Don’t take opioids you don’t need, and encourage your friends to do the same.
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You and your friends need each other. And you have a responsibility to look out for your group.

Don’t take opioids you don’t need, and encourage your friends to do the same.
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You and your friends need each other. And you have a responsibility to look out for your group.

Don’t take opioids you don’t need, and encourage your friends to do the same.

Want to go a step further?

The opioid epidemic doesn’t care how much money your family makes, how well your friends do in school, or where you live. It impacts everyone.

If opioids have impacted your life or the life of someone you love, share your story with your state and federal representatives. Demand change and let them know that your generation deserves more. It’s a little thing you can do to make a big difference in your community.

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