Data Resources
California Opioid Overdose Surveillance Dashboard. Click HERE to view the most up-to-date statistics regarding opioid overdose for both California and SLO County.
Fact Sheets
Opioid Fact Sheets
Fentanyl Fact Sheets
Counterfeit Pills Fact Sheets
Xylazine Fact Sheets
Harm Reduction Resources
SLO Bangers Syringe Exchange & Overdose Prevention Program. The mission of SLO Bangers Syringe Exchange and Overdose Prevention Program is to reduce the spread of blood borne pathogens, prevent drug overdose, and support those struggling with substance dependency. They are open from 5:30 PM to 8:15 PM on Wednesdays at 2191 Johnson Ave Public Health Department. Visit their website at slobangers.com
SLO Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) Guide to Rx Drug Disposal. Your local pharmacies and the San Luis Obispo County IWMA have teamed up to provide a free disposal program for household over-the-counter and prescription medications, including pills, ointments and lotions. Any resident of San Luis Obispo County may dispose of their unwanted medicine through the program. Learn more HERE.
Parent & School Resources
Provider Resources
Hepatitis C and the Opioid Epidemic. The California Department of Public Health has noted that rates of hepatitis C and heroin overdoses among young adults (ages 25-29) are increasing together, at a similar rate. This is not surprising given that sharing injection equipment is the #1 way hepatitis C is spread, but it is concerning given the severity of the infection. For information on curbing this troubling trend, see CDPH's infographic on the issue.
Letter to Physicians. Click HERE to view a letter sent to physicians in SLO County regarding the Opioid Epidemic and education on safe prescribing.
Prescriber’s Guide to Buprenorphine. Buprenorphine is often used in Medication Assisted Treatment programs to combat addiction to prescription painkillers. Read the ten elements of success in primary care buprenorphine programs HERE.
Safe Pain Prescribing Guide. CDC's Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain is intended to improve communication between providers and patients about the risks and benefits of opioid therapy for chronic pain, improve the safety and effectiveness of pain treatment, and reduce the risks associated with long-term opioid therapy, including opioid use disorder and overdose. The Guideline is not intended for patients who are in active cancer treatment, palliative care, or end-of-life care.
Xylazine, often called tranq. Access the Public Health Bulletin on Xylazine
Treatment Resources
The County Drug & Alcohol Services team offers services to support recovery and can also help connect residents with other treatment programs. To learn more, visit Drug & Alcohol Services or call 800-838-1381.