1,042
Accidental Opioid-related Deaths
2016–2023
2,652
Lives Saved with Naloxone
2014–2023
5,680
Times Naloxone Used by First Responders 2012–2023
405,786
Prescriptions for Opioids
2022
29
Average Number of Opioid Pills Dispensed per Resident – 2022
An influx of illegal fentanyl has magnified a public health crisis throughout our community.

Collaborating to track trends

Ventura County agencies are working together to reduce illicit opioid supply, decrease opioid demand, and save lives. In sharing and comparing data, we are leveraging information and analyzing trends to better target resources and respond to this evolving crisis.

Medical Examiner's Office

Investigating Drug Overdoses

ACCIDENTAL Opioid-related DEATHS
Updated October 2024
Ventura County Sheriff's Office

Responding to opioid overdoses

REPORTED OVERDOSE INCIDENTS: Opioids-only
REPORTED OVERDOSE INCIDENTS: 
Polydrug combination involving an opioid
CURES 2.0 Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System

Monitoring prescription safety

Top 3 opioids prescribed in 2022
  • Vicodin (Hydrocodone Bitartrate - Acetaminophen)
  • Ultram (Tramadol HCL)
  • Percocet (Oxycodone HCL - Acetaminophen)

Saving lives with Naloxone

Coas stats

Get Naloxone

If a loved one or someone you know maybe at risk of an overdose, call us about where to get Overdose Rescue Kit and get training in how to use it.

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Overdose Prevention Program

Community members saving lives

8,247
Kits Distributed
Oct. 2014 – Dec. 2023
2,652
Lives Saved with Naloxone
2014 – 2023
Background of those who overdosed
PRIMARY DRUG: Fentanyl
age
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Law Enforcement

First Responders Saving Lives

5,403
EMS: Times Used Naloxone
2012–2023
277
Law Enforcement: Times Used Naloxone
2018-2023

Help for addiction

Ventura County Behavioral Health

Treatment Admissions: 2022

264
Primary Drug of Choice: Heroin
482
Primary Drug of Choice: Other Opiates and Synthetics

Addiction treatment locations

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, call for a free, confidential assessment.
VCBH Access/Crisis Line: 1-866-998-2243 • Toll-free • 24/7

OD Rescue Kits & Fentanyl Test Strips

Naloxone Distribution Program

Medication Disposal Drop-off locations

Sources

Ventura County Public Health – Emergency Medical Services

Ventura County Medical Examiner's Office

Resource Management Agency

Ventura County Sheriff's Office

Ventura County Behavioral Health – Substance Use Services Division

State of California Department of Justice – Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System