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Native Americans and Opioid Addiction: Understanding the Problem

Relias

Native American woman speaks with her healthcare provider. For example, of the 825 Tribal Health, Urban Indian, and Indian Health Service (IHS) healthcare facilities available, only 217 of those facilities offer behavioral health care. These programs may lack sufficient resources for mental health and addiction treatment.

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Can Addiction Make People More Vulnerable To Illness?

Gateway Foundation

You can also keep in mind a few harm-reduction tips. Many of these sites also include healthcare professionals who can provide medical attention to anyone experiencing an overdose. For example, never share equipment. Reusing needles, spoons, or sharing heating devices can lead to the spread of infection and disease.