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Overdose Cluster Toolkit

In 2023, 65 South Dakotans died from unintentional and preventable overdoses. Overdoses involving highly potent and illicit fentanyl have also increased in recent years. These deaths are tragic – and preventable. Communities, schools, health care providers and other organizations can download these materials in case of an overdose cluster where you live.

How to Use this Toolkit

This toolkit is designed to inform and educate, ensuring we're talking about overdose clusters without stigma and spreading awareness of resources for prevention and treatment. Download our toolkit with materials and talking points to help you respond to an overdose cluster in your community.

Social Media Assets

Share these social media posts to raise awareness of overdose signs and naloxone availability.

Keep Narcan on Hand

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Every home should have naloxone handy in case of overdose or accidental ingestion. Get Narcan free from a participating pharmacy near you: https://letsbeclearsd.com/prevention/find-pharmacy

Signs of Overdose

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Do you know what to do in case of an overdose? Start with the signs: pinpoint pupils, respiratory distress and decreased consciousness. Then call 911 immediately. Learn more about what to do in an overdose situation: https://letsbeclearsd.com/prevention/reverse-overdose

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

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988 is here for any behavioral health concern, including substance use and addiction. Call, chat or text 988 today for 24/7 help from local experts: https://sdbehavioralhealth.gov/988

Community Outreach Materials

These materials can help you communicate in the event of an overdose cluster, educating community members, sharing resources and spreading awareness of Naloxone.

Press Release 

This press release is designed to encourage awareness and promote safety measures amid an overdose spike.

Blog Content

This blog can be published and shared by providers to bring awareness to an overdose situation.