Opioids, a class of drug that includes prescription pain medicines such as oxycodone, illegal drugs such as heroin and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, have become a serious issue in Louisiana. Opioids are highly addictive and can be deadly. Protect yourself and your loved ones by knowing the facts and risks before taking one. If you or someone you know has a problem with opioids, there is help available. To find addiction and recovery services near you, a friend or family member - including those covered by Medicaid - please visit www.opioidhelpla.org
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Through its passage of Act 88, the Louisiana Legislature established the Advisory Council on Heroin and Opioid Prevention and Education (HOPE Council) to combat heroin and opioid use and abuse.
Helpful Information
- Addressing the Opioid Epidemic
- COVID-19: Resources for Opioid Treatment Providers
- Louisiana's Opioid Response Plan 2019
- Expert Panel Recommendation to Address Opioid Epidemic
- Anti-Opioid Voluntary Pledge
- Naloxone Standing Order
- Louisiana Opioid Commission
- NIH National Institute on Drug Abuse: Opioid Pain Management CMEs and CEs
- SAMHSA’s Opioid Prescribing Courses for Health Care Providers
- Free CMEs
- Free SBIRT Training
