The Overdose Prevention program works to build local capacity to improve public health response to the substance misuse epidemic in Hamilton County. Our office monitors data to identify populations at high risk for adverse consequences from substance misuse and employs evidence-based interventions that are responsive to population needs.

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Addiction can happen to anyone.

Some individuals can use substances without it having an effect on his or her daily life.

However, for many others it becomes something that impacts every single aspect of their life.

Addiction affects the mechanics of the brain and how information is processed. When this

happens, stopping use becomes very difficult and often requires some type of intervention.

It is not impossible, though! Below is Joy’s story. She struggled with her addiction for 30 years. She

is now in recovery and helps others overcome their substance use disorders.