Drug Use

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Call 911 to report the use of illegal drugs occurring right now outside or in an indoor public or private area, such as a:
  • Stairwell
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Common area
  • Apartment room

You can also report the use of illegal drugs, not in progress, in a public area.

What Happens Next

Your report of past drug use will be used to inform the ongoing activities of DOHMH engagement teams. DOHMH, teams conduct community engagement, consisting of general support and education around mental health, public drug use, and the criminal justice system.

Opioid overdoses can be reversed by administering naloxone (Narcan), a medication that temporarily blocks the effects of opioids. It is not harmful if given to someone who is experiencing a non-opioid overdose.

To learn more about naloxone and how to receive it, go to the Opioid Overdose Prevention page.

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