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Learn how you can help address the opioid crisis from home.

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Finding
solutions to Nevada’s
opioid crisis.

The Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Nevada is an organization of leaders from across our state working to combat prescription opioid abuse and ensure communities have access to effective resources to fight addiction.

About Us

ABOUT US

The opioid crisis is impacting every community in our state

RALI Nevada is working to change that reality.
Our first collective effort will be on the safe
disposal of unused prescription medicines.

We are also committed to engaging on a broad range of solutions involving prevention, access to treatment information and recovery.

Making a Difference

LEADERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Organizations across the state are working to make a difference and save lives in Nevada.
Learn more about these RALI Nevada partners by clicking on the images below.

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SAFE USE & DISPOSAL

Everyone can play a role in helping prevent addiction from prescription drug misuse by safely using, storing and disposing of prescription medications.    

SAFELY USE:

  • Always talk to your doctor about how to use a prescription medication before taking it.
     

  • Be sure to follow dosing recommendations closely.
     

  • Don't mix medications without first checking with your doctor.
    Never mix prescription opioids with alcohol.

     

  • Don’t take someone else’s medication.

SAFELY STORE:

  • Always keep prescription medications in a locked or secure place – and always out of the reach of children.
     

  • Have a family conversation about the dangers of misusing prescription medication.
     

  • Never share medications with family members.

SAFELY DISPOSE:

  • Once you are finished using a prescription medication as directed by a medical professional, you should safely dispose of it rather than keep it in your medicine cabinet for future use.
     

  • There are several ways to easily and safely dispose of unused medications right at home. Learn more below.

Safe Use and Disposal

One of the best things we can all do to help address Nevada’s addiction crisis  is to safely dispose of unneeded prescription medications. There are several options:

You can use household materials to dispose of your unused medications. All you have to do is mix your medicines with kitty litter or old coffee grounds in an airtight container and dispose of it in your trash can.

You can visit a drug takeback center in your community. 


Click HERE to find locations in Nevada.

You can use a home disposal kit – you’ll put unused medications in the included pouch, add water, seal and dispose of it in the trash.

WARNING SIGNS

If someone you know has started misusing opioids,early intervention is important. Learning the warning signs of opioid addiction can help protect your family, friends and communities.

Physical and behavioral changes could indicate someone is misusing prescription opioids or illegal drugs, like heroin or fentanyl.

Common signs of opioid misuse:

  • Increase in fatigue or drowsiness

  • Rapid weight loss

  • Frequent constipation or nausea

  • Decline in personal hygiene

  • Wearing long sleeves regardless of the season

Warning Signs
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Physical Signs:

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Behavioral Signs:

  • Unexplained absences from school or work

  • Drop in grades or performance at work

  • Loss of interest in hobbies

  • Spending less time with friends or family

  • Hanging out with a new friend group

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Indicators in the Home:

  • Missing prescription medication

  • Empty pill bottles

  • Paraphernalia, such as syringes, shoe laces or rubber hose, kitchen spoons, aluminum
    foil, straws, lighters

Spotting warning signs in teenagers can be particularly hard because young people go through many emotional and physical changes.

If you suspect a loved one is misusing opioids, there are resources that can help you prepare for a conversation with them.  It’s also important to talk to your family doctor about prevention and treatment options.

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
SAMHSA
Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA)

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