Oklahoma’s $5 Million Crusade: Fighting the Opioid Crisis Head-On

Oklahoma Takes a Big Step to Combat Opioid Crisis

Fighting Addiction: How the Funds Will Be Used

According to KFOR, Oklahoma is taking a big step to help fight the opioid crisis. The state’s Attorney General’s Office is giving $5 million to 40 cities and counties to help them deal with the problem. This money is part of a special agreement that was made to help communities that have been affected by opioids.

The money will be given out based on how big the city or county is, how many people die from opioid overdoses, and how much opioids are being used in that area. The money can be used for things like helping people get treatment, teaching people about the dangers of opioids, and giving people medicine to help reverse opioid overdoses. The goal is to help people overcome their addictions and live healthy lives.

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Oklahoma AG Drummond announces opioid abuse settlement distribution (PHOTO: GOOGLE)

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The Attorney General, Gentner Drummond, said that the opioid crisis is still a big problem in Oklahoma. “Opioids are harming many people in our state,” he said. “We’re giving this money to cities and counties so they can do things to help stop this problem.” This is a big step towards helping Oklahoma deal with the opioid crisis and making sure people get the help they need.

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