Waukesha County Heroin Task Force: 'Substantial decrease' in OD deaths
WAUKESHA, Wis. - The Waukesha County Heroin Task Force (HTF) announced on Tuesday, Feb. 13 a substantial decrease in overdose deaths.
A news release says according to recent data, drug overdose deaths in Waukesha County decreased by more than 19% from 2021 to 2022.
HTF also revealed progress in its battle against substance use disorder, fostering collective impact and hope throughout the community.
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Other key accomplishments of HTF in 2023 include:
- Engaged in discussions with law enforcement leaders about person-first language and effective stigma reduction strategies.
- Created a Community Resource Guide to provide a one-stop shop for people to find resources in Waukesha County.
- Collaborated with Waukesha County leadership to support the implementation of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in the county jail.
- Provided data literacy training for community partners so they can better understand and act on local and national data trends.
- Began work to address the need for stable housing for people with substance use disorder.