Methamphetamine is a powerful, highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. The drug’s ability to rapidly release high levels of dopamine in reward areas of the brain creates physical and psychological dependence and can lead to a substance use disorder.
Meth has evolved over the years, many facts on meth are now different, so it is important for us to take a first-hand look at the magnitude of this problem in our community and learn about the New Meth.
You will learn:
The National Institutes of Health has found there was a
5-fold increase in the number of deaths from methamphetamine over the past 8 years.
This meth is highly pure ,potent, and low in price. With increased purity and availability, and reduced cost, accidental overdose deaths have been increasing significantly over the past several years. Meth overdose can cause a stroke, heart attack, and seizures. Even if the overdose is not fatal, the health consequences are significant.
Have you heard of the new way people are ingesting Meth?
With the increased availability and lower prices individuals are eating spoons full of powder meth increasing the risk of death.
Federal, state, and local law enforcement saw a 247% increase in methamphetamine seizures over the past 5 years.
Methamphetamine is now being mixed with the dangerous drug fentanyl.
Meth has many uses
It only takes a little to lose your life!
Know the signs of a overdose and what to do in case you suspect an overdose.
Narcan/ Naloxone is a FDA approved medication that can stop an overdose from taking place. Learn how to properly administer the drug to save a life!
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