Fentanyl Resources

The United States remains in the grip of a fentanyl overdose crisis. In 2024, an estimated 80,391 people died from drug overdoses. 

Drug traffickers are flooding the market with fake and counterfeit pills. DEA seizures in 2024 included over 60 million counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl and nearly 8,000 pounds of fentanyl powder — together amounting to more than 380 million lethal doses. In 2025, seizures equate to approximately 256 million deadly doses.

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid — up to 100 times more potent than morphine. When pressed into fake pills or mixed into drugs without warning, even tiny amounts can be deadly. The DEA has found that 6 in 10 fake prescription pills now carry what’s likely a lethal dose. 

 

 

General

 

For Families & Educators

  • Children’s Hospital Orange County
    What Parents Should Know About Fentanyl
  • AIDS Project Los Angeles
    Fentanyl Information Page
  • MediCal 24/7 Access Line
    If you or a loved one has a substance use problem, and qualify for Medi-Cal, call (800) 723-8641 to get screened and linked to treatment.
  • Beaverton (Oregon) School District has developed Free Lesson Plans for middle school and high school students.
  • CalRX has developed Naloxone for over the counter purchase by individuals. Get yours today to have on hand! 

 

For Medical Providers

 

Orange County

  • Orange County Administrative Services Organization (ASO)
    A primary portal of entry for Orange County residents seeking behavioral health services available 24/7.
    • (800) 723-8641
  • OC Links
    Information and referrals to OC Behavioral Health Services.
    • Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
    • (855)-625-4657
    • This appears to be open 24/7 now. (see here)
  • OC Warmline
    Provides telephone-based, non-crisis support for anyone struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues
    • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 a.m.
      Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. This is open 12 PM-12 AM 7 days a week. (see here)
    • Online chat is available. (see here)
    • Or you can call (877) 910-9276.

 

Los Angeles County