It’s happening all over King County. Pills being sold as oxy and perc are actually counterfeit versions laced with deadly fentanyl. It’s nearly impossible to tell if a drug, including powders and rocks, is cut with fentanyl, so it’s important to plan for the worst case scenario. Nobody deserves to die from laced drugs, especially not alone.
A LACED DRUG SUPPLY
Overdose deaths from fentanyl continue to rise in King County. More drugs are testing positive for fentanyl, and the majority of counterfeit pills, powders, and rock seized in the area are now laced. This is causing a continued spike in accidental overdoses, many of which are fatal.
TIME OF OVERDOSE
Overdoses can happen before someone even realizes it. Fentanyl hits you fast, and an overdose can happen in a matter of seconds to minutes. This means it’s nearly impossible for them to know they need to call for help.
CHANCES OF DYING ALONE
Someone else needs to act. If no one is around to notice an overdose, no one will be able to respond in time. The majority of fatal overdoses in King County happen in situations when someone is using alone.
Things can go really wrong, quickly, when fentanyl is involved. Having someone around is always the safer option. If that’s not possible, there are free services that can send help needed to keep someone alive.
NEVER USE ALONE HELPLINE
This free, no-judgment helpline was built out of the need for those who use drugs alone. They’ll ask for your first name, location, and the number you’re calling from. During the time of use, an operator will stay on the line to make sure you don’t overdose. If you stop responding, the operator will notify emergency services right away. Call the line at: 1-800-484-3731.
THE BRAVE APP
A free app that connects people using drugs with someone who can send help if something goes wrong. Designed by people who recognize the dangers of using alone, it’s private, anonymous, and user-focused. Watch the video to learn more.
