Dose of Reality

Dose of Reality: Get the Facts on Opioids

Opioids are powerful drugs. Prescription painkillers, heroin, and fentanyl are responsible for more deaths in Wisconsin each year than car crashes. While opioids are powerful drugs, there is something more powerful than opioids: All of us. That’s Wisconsin’s new Dose of Reality. Together, we can reduce the dangers of opioids and their impacts on our communities. Get the FACTS about opioids by clicking here!

Prevent Opioid Harm-It starts with real talks.

Real talks are open and honest conversations. Talking with the people in your life about opioids can be awkward, but it is one of the most important things you do for them. Real talks create a supportive community where prevention, hope, and recovery can happen. Don’t worry, real talks are easier than you think. Check out our helpful suggestions and tips for having real talks.

Three Steps to Save Lives

There are simple ways to reduce the dangers of opioid use. Whether it is following tips for safer use, disposing of unused medications, or knowing how to respond to an overdose, it all makes a difference. Click for more information!

Recovery is possible. Help is all around you.

Opioid use disorder can be a struggle when you feel you are alone. However, there are treatment programs and recovery supports available that can make health and wellness possible for you. We are lowering barriers to these services, creating inclusive spaces, and broadening our understanding of what health and wellness means for people with different experiences. Click for more information!