Over the past decade, California has seen a significant increase in fentanyl-involved overdose deaths, which accounted for 55 percent of all drug-related overdose deaths in 2021. Even in small doses, fentanyl can be deadly, and many people may be unaware that their drugs are laced with fentanyl. Testing drugs with fentanyl test strips can help prevent overdoses and save lives.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has various resources where you can learn more about fentanyl test strips:
- Fentanyl Testing to Prevent Overdose: Information for People Who Use Drugs and Healthcare Providers
- Fentanyl and Fentanyl Test Strips FAQs
For more information about fentanyl and its impact on California, please visit CDPH’s website.