Overdose Awareness Month

August is Overdose Awareness Month! The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is dedicated to raising awareness about overdose across our state. By sharing the graphics below on your social media throughout August, you can help educate others about overdose resources, support those in recovery, remember those lost to overdose, and make a difference in your community. Together, we can combat overdoses and support each other. Thank you for participating in the 2026 Overdose Awareness Month.

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August is recognized as Overdose Awareness Month. We remember the lives lost due to overdose and offer support for individuals and families affected by substance misuse.

You can make meaningful change. Learn the signs of an overdose and carry naloxone. Remove barriers by spreading the message. Connect people to treatment and recovery resources. Together, we can build stronger, healthier communities. #EndOverdose #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

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The overdose crisis impacts entire communities, requiring collective action, empathy and shared responsibility. As a community, it’s important to be prepared for an overdose emergency and keep naloxone handy. Learn the signs and symptoms of an overdose and how to use naloxone. Be prepared to help others in case of an overdose. Watch more here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE8k-cqsBr8&list=PLh5mk8BxSPggdK-GF_OzJzPePyv3klG_W #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

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A substance use disorder can affect anyone. Barriers can make it harder for people to prevent, treat, or recover from substance use. Making resources and services more available can help more Missourians get the care they need to start recovery.

This August, help us create a space where seeking help is encouraged, support is accessible, and recovery is possible. #OverdoseAwarenessMonth #EndOverdose

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Businesses can help prevent overdoses and connect people to resources that can save lives. A free toolkit is available to help businesses support overdose awareness in Missouri. Find wallet cards, social media graphics and captions, and infographics to download and share.

Download from the toolkit to help spread awareness in your community. https://sites.google.com/view/overdoseawareness/business-toolkit #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

Square purple graphic with text reading, It's Time 2 Act Missouri. Naloxone saves lives.

Naloxone is a type of medicine that can reverse an opioid overdose fast. It can keep someone alive until emergency care arrives. Knowing the signs of an overdose and how to administer naloxone can make a difference in an emergency.

Naloxone is available as a nasal spray or an injection. Find training on how to use each type of naloxone and where to find it in Missouri at https://time2actmissouri.com/naloxone

#NaloxoneSavesLives #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

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Bars, restaurants, music venues, and other nightlife establishments can raise awareness about overdose prevention resources. Our free toolkit has materials that you can save, print, and share with customers and staff. These resources can help start conversations and connect people with overdose prevention information.

Together, we can create safer spaces and stronger communities across Missouri. Access the toolkit today at https://sites.google.com/view/overdoseawareness/nightlife-toolkit #Time2ActMO #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

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Signs of an opioid overdose includes unresponsiveness, pinpoint pupils, and cold, clammy skin. Someone experiencing an overdose could also have blue or gray lips and nails. If you see these symptoms, call 911, administer naloxone, and stay with the person until help arrives.

Prevention starts with action. Learning the essential steps in an opioid overdose emergency could save a life. Use our resources to find naloxone near you. https://time2actmissouri.com/naloxone #OverdoseAwarenessMonth #OverdosePrevention

Substance overdoses can happen anytime, anywhere. Substances may contain fentanyl or another opioid without a person’s knowledge. Having naloxone on-hand and recognizing overdose signs and symptoms can prevent an overdose. Connect with resources and support long-term well-being. https://time2actmissouri.com/
#OverdoseAwarenessMonth #EndOverdose

Libraries, parks, community centers, and other public spaces play an important role in connecting people with resources that can save lives. Explore the Community Toolkit for shareable materials to spread awareness about overdose prevention. These resources will educate the public about overdose risks, prevention strategies, and what to do if someone experiences an overdose emergency. Learn more about how to help make community spaces safer. https://sites.google.com/view/overdoseawareness/community-toolkit #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day (August 21) recognizes families, friends, and communities impacted by fentanyl overdose. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that can be found in counterfeit pills and other substances, often without a person's knowledge. Learn the dangers of fentanyl, recognize the signs of an overdose, and stay safe with fentanyl test strips. Promote resources on emergency response and explore prevention efforts today. #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay #EndOverdose

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Overdose potential spikes immediately after release from jail or prison. Access to treatment, reentry planning, and continued support are critical for saving lives. Our free toolkit materials can prepare facilities to support individuals upon release. https://sites.google.com/view/overdoseawareness/justice-system-toolkit #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

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Take time to honor the memories of the lives lost to overdose. Every overdose death leaves behind family members, friends, and communities who continue to carry the weight of that loss.

As we remember those loved ones, we also reaffirm our commitment to prevention, support, and recovery efforts that can save lives. Learn how you can help stop overdose in Missouri at https://time2actmissouri.com/ #OverdoseAwarenessMonth

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On International Overdose Awareness Day (August 31), we recognize the lasting impact overdose leaves on families and communities across Missouri and beyond.

For 25 years, this day has brought people together to raise awareness, reduce risk, share prevention methods, and support efforts that save lives. Together, we can build a future where fewer lives are lost and there are more opportunities for recovery. https://www.overdoseday.com/ #IOAD2026 #EndOverdose #25YearsStillNeeded

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