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Fentanyl Fact Sheet Fentanyl Fact Sheet

Fact Sheet from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration

According to the DEA, "Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 80-100 times stronger than morphine. Pharmaceutical fentanyl was developed ...

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0 Article-Article jplist-topic-addiction jplist-topic-DEA jplist-topic-Drugs jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-opioid 0 297268 297268 According to the DEA, "Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 80-100 times stronger than morphine. Pharmaceutical fentanyl was developed for pain management treatment of cancer patients, applied in a patch on the skin." Read the full article to learn more about fentanyl.Read the full article

Fentanyl Fact Sheet

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According to the DEA, "Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 80-100 times stronger than morphine. Pharmaceutical fentanyl was developed for pain ...

Fentanyl , Other Opioid Drugs behind 54% Increase... Fentanyl , Other Opioid Drugs behind 54% Increase...

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Fentanyl driving increase in drug overdose deaths A new federal report shows the astonishing pace in which fentanyl rose to become the drug ...

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1 Video-Video jplist-topic-addiction jplist-topic-Death jplist-topic-Drugs jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-opioid jplist-topic-Overdose jplist-topic-Video 0 297274 297274 Fentanyl driving increase in drug overdose deaths A new federal report shows the astonishing pace in which fentanyl rose to become the drug associated with the most overdose deaths in the United States.

Fentanyl , Other Opioid Drugs behind 54% Increase in Overdose Deaths in 6 Years: CDC

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Fentanyl driving increase in drug overdose deaths A new federal report shows the astonishing pace in which fentanyl rose to become the drug ...

Introduction to Fentanyl Introduction to Fentanyl

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Introduction to Fentanyl

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Fentanyl Analogs and Derivatives in the Epidemic Fentanyl Analogs and Derivatives in the Epidemic

Medically Reviewed Article from Verywell Mind by Elizabeth Hartney, PhD.

According to Elizabeth Hartney, PhD., "Although the medical use of fentanyl has declined recently, illicit fentanyl and its analogs and ...

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3 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiciton jplist-topic-Crisis jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-Heroin jplist-topic-opioid jplist-topic-Overdose 0 320085 320085 According to Elizabeth Hartney, PhD., "Although the medical use of fentanyl has declined recently, illicit fentanyl and its analogs and derivatives have become a significant part of the larger opioid crisis which has spread across the United States and Canada, as well as many other countries. The fentanyl crisis is claiming the lives of hundreds of people each month."This article discusses the spread of medical and illicitly made fentanyl throughout the illicit drug market, increasing the rate of drug-related deaths. Read the full article

Fentanyl Analogs and Derivatives in the Epidemic

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According to Elizabeth Hartney, PhD., "Although the medical use of fentanyl has declined recently, illicit fentanyl and its analogs and derivatives ...

Fentanyl, Teens and the Deadly Consequences Fentanyl, Teens and the Deadly Consequences

Article from Project Know by Brittany Tackett, MA

Brittany Tacket writes, "Clearly, the lives of America’s teenagers are increasingly endangered when they unknowingly purchase counterfeit ...

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4 Article-Article jplist-topic-addiction jplist-topic-Dangers jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-Overdose jplist-topic-Teens 0 373452 373452 Brittany Tacket writes, "Clearly, the lives of America’s teenagers are increasingly endangered when they unknowingly purchase counterfeit medications on the streets that contain fentanyl, since it can be fatal in frighteningly small doses. Understanding what fentanyl is and how it lands in teenagers’ hands, then, is of utmost importance in protecting them from its dangers."This article reviews the drug Fentanyl and the associated dangers of it among teens.Read the full article

Fentanyl, Teens and the Deadly Consequences

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Brittany Tacket writes, "Clearly, the lives of America’s teenagers are increasingly endangered when they unknowingly purchase counterfeit ...

What is Fentanyl: An Infographic What is Fentanyl: An Infographic

Information created by the Recovery Research Institute.

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What is Fentanyl: An Infographic

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The Rise and Concern of Counterfeit Pills The Rise and Concern of Counterfeit Pills

From the CDC Harm Reduction Coalition

Learn more about fake pills that look like prescription pills but can contain a lethal dose of fentanyl.

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The Rise and Concern of Counterfeit Pills

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Learn more about fake pills that look like prescription pills but can contain a lethal dose of fentanyl.

Fentanyl Is So Deadly That It's Changing How... Fentanyl Is So Deadly That It's Changing How...

Article from The Atlantic by Sarah Zhang

According to Sarah Zhang, "The unprecedented rise of fentanyl has forced police and crime labs to change how they work. Police departments ...

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7 Article-Article jplist-topic-Deadly jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-First-Responders jplist-topic-Overdose 0 373515 373515 According to Sarah Zhang, "The unprecedented rise of fentanyl has forced police and crime labs to change how they work. Police departments are using protective gear like Tyvek suits and respirators. Crime labs are looking for new ways to detect fentanyl without opening the bag. And both have stocked up on naloxone, the drug that reverses overdoses, for their employees."This article talks about the dangers of fentanyl and the steps first responders are taking to stay safe.Read the full article

Fentanyl Is So Deadly That It's Changing How First Responders Do Their Jobs

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According to Sarah Zhang, "The unprecedented rise of fentanyl has forced police and crime labs to change how they work. Police departments are using ...

How Dangerous Is Fentanyl, Really? How Dangerous Is Fentanyl, Really?

Article from SELF by Amy Capetta

According to Amy Capetta, "Currently, three out of five drug overdose deaths in the U.S. involve an opioid and more than 40 percent of U.S. ...

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8 Article-Article jplist-topic-Danger jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-opioid jplist-topic-Overdose 0 373552 373552 According to Amy Capetta, "Currently, three out of five drug overdose deaths in the U.S. involve an opioid and more than 40 percent of U.S. opioid overdose deaths involve prescription opioids."This article explains the level of risk associated with the drug fentanyl.Read the full article

How Dangerous Is Fentanyl, Really?

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According to Amy Capetta, "Currently, three out of five drug overdose deaths in the U.S. involve an opioid and more than 40 percent of U.S. opioid ...

What Is Fentanyl And Why Should You Care? What Is Fentanyl And Why Should You Care?

Article from Psychology Today by Adi Jaffe Ph.D.

According to Adi Jaffe, "Fentanyl is dangerous because the effects, also known as the “high,” lasts for a relatively short time ...

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9 Article-Article jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-Overdose jplist-topic-Synthetic-Opioid 0 373566 373566 According to Adi Jaffe, "Fentanyl is dangerous because the effects, also known as the “high,” lasts for a relatively short time compared to heroin. This means more frequent use is required to maintain the effects, making it more addictive more quickly for many."This article is about fentanyl, the effects it has, and its propensity for addiction and overdose.Read the full article

What Is Fentanyl And Why Should You Care?

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According to Adi Jaffe, "Fentanyl is dangerous because the effects, also known as the “high,” lasts for a relatively short time compared to ...

Types of Heroin and Their Ingredients Types of Heroin and Their Ingredients

Article from VeryWell Mind by Elizabeth Hartney, BSc., MSc., MA, PhD

According to Elizabeth Hartney, "Each kind of heroin contains slightly different ingredients, and all are likely to have various other ...

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10 Article-Article jplist-topic-Fentanyl jplist-topic-Heroin jplist-topic-Ingredients 0 373637 373637 According to Elizabeth Hartney, "Each kind of heroin contains slightly different ingredients, and all are likely to have various other substances added. These can add to the drug's potency, in some cases making it even more dangerous."This article describes the ingredients in heroin and how there are often dangerous substances mixed in with it.

Types of Heroin and Their Ingredients

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According to Elizabeth Hartney, "Each kind of heroin contains slightly different ingredients, and all are likely to have various other substances ...

Your Brain on Fentanyl Your Brain on Fentanyl

Take a look at these short videos that show why fentanyl is the leading cause of overdose deaths. ...

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11 Video-Video 0 587268 587268 Take a look at these short videos that show why fentanyl is the leading cause of overdose deaths. Why is Fentanyl so Incredibly Dangerous? Your Brain On Fentanyl

Your Brain on Fentanyl

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Take a look at these short videos that show why fentanyl is the leading cause of overdose deaths. ...

Fentanyl , Other Opioid Drugs behind 54% Increase... Fentanyl , Other Opioid Drugs behind 54% Increase...

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DEA warns about fentanyl being sold to kids Federal officials are sounding the alarm over the dangers of fentanyl pills .

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Fentanyl , Other Opioid Drugs behind 54% Increase in Overdose Deaths in 6 Years

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DEA warns about fentanyl being sold to kids Federal officials are sounding the alarm over the dangers of fentanyl pills .

The Dangerous Battle Against Fentanyl The Dangerous Battle Against Fentanyl

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Report from ABC NewsThis synthetic opioid, often mixed with heroin, is so toxic that people easily overdose and drug agents don special ...

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13 Video-Video 0 593689 593689 Report from ABC NewsThis synthetic opioid, often mixed with heroin, is so toxic that people easily overdose and drug agents don special suits to handle it.

The Dangerous Battle Against Fentanyl

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Report from ABC NewsThis synthetic opioid, often mixed with heroin, is so toxic that people easily overdose and drug agents don special suits to ...

Fentanyl Explained, a Video from Vancouver Health... Fentanyl Explained, a Video from Vancouver Health...

Explainer Video from British ColumbiaA short whiteboard/hand drawn video that explains what fentanyl is and how illicit fentanyl can harm ...

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14 Video-Video 0 618258 618258 Explainer Video from British ColumbiaA short whiteboard/hand drawn video that explains what fentanyl is and how illicit fentanyl can harm people. Fentanyl was detected in 80% of overdose deaths in British Columbia in 2017.

Fentanyl Explained, a Video from Vancouver Health in British Columbia

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Explainer Video from British ColumbiaA short whiteboard/hand drawn video that explains what fentanyl is and how illicit fentanyl can harm people. ...

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