All people in Scotland County have equitable access to mental health, substance use, and tobacco use treatment assistance and supporting services.
Drug Overdose Death Rate in Scotland County: Drug Poisoning Deaths (Total) per 100,000 population
Current Value
65.6
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Overdose death rates doubled between 2019 and 2020 and doubled again between 2020 and 2021. While the rate trended down in 2022, it remains well above pre-Pandemic rates. Data from our Emergency Medical Services show that in 2022, Narcan was administered #184 times and in 2023, #164 times for overdose. Our 911 Call Center data shows they received #217 calls (2022) for reported overdoses and #193 calls (2023), however they are finding that many callers are not reporting the issue as an overdose out of fear.
Partners
Emergency Medical Services; Scotland County Opioid Collaborative; Scotland County Health Department; Scotland Health Care System; Scotland County DSS; Scotland County Court System; Scotland County School System; Scotland County Sheriffs Office; Laurinburg Police Dept.; Media; Local Pharmacies; Faith Communities; Key Community Members;
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