Patient & Community Education

Surgery: Opioids and Pain Management

Ask questions and know the facts before using opioids for your pain.

• What is an opioid?
• Understanding the risks of using opioids
• Understanding pain after surgery
• Using opioids safely
• Safe storage & disposal of opioids

Also available in Spanish and Arabic.

Dental: Opioids and Pain Management

Ask questions and know the facts before using opioids for your pain.

• What is an opioid?
• Understanding the risks of using opioids
• Understanding pain after a dental procedure
• Using opioids safely
• Safe storage & disposal of opioids

Also available in Spanish and Arabic.

Learn the Facts: Naloxone

Learn about what naloxone is and how to safely administer it.

• What is naloxone?
• What is it used for?
• Instructions for administering Narcan® intranasal spray
• Harm reduction methods

Safe Storage & Disposal of Opioids

Learn how to safely store and dispose of your opioids including:

• How to use Michigan OPEN’s Take Back Map to find an authorized disposal location in your community

Also available in Spanish and Arabic.

Managing Pain without Opioids

Learn two non-medication strategies for managing pain and anxiety:

• Mindful breathing
• Positive daily reflection

Also available in Spanish and Arabic.

Michigan Opioid Laws

This poster, placed in your waiting or exam rooms, helps patients understand the requirements and limitations, mandated by Michigan law, when writing for prescription opioids.

Also available in Spanish and Arabic.

*Only available for organizations in Michigan