New York's Public Health Initiative on Drug Use

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Saving Lives, Promoting Health, Fighting Bias

Every New Yorker who has died of an overdose is someone's child, a family member, a friend, a loved one. The New York State Department of Health uses evidence-based strategies to prevent drug misuse, respond to overdoses, and address the harms associated with drug use, with the goal of creating an overdose-free generation.

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Prevention and Drug Safety

Learn about the New York State Department of Health’s work to prevent drug misuse and protect the community.

Stay Informed

Stay on top of what is in the drug supply in New York, and how people can stay safe from new threats.

Prevent Overdose

Find tools, education, and training to make safer choices when using drugs.

Find Health and Support Services

Connect with programs that offer medical care and social services.

Find State Data and Policy

See how data drives action by the New York State Department of Health.