MEDFORD, Ore. – Public health officials in Jackson County are issuing a warning due to an increase in illicit opioid overdoses.
According to Jackson County Public Health, the “Yellow Alert” is being sent out based on a sudden increase in emergency room admissions and overdose responses. There has reportedly been one death from illicit opioids in Jackson County in the past two weeks.
“We are encouraging the medical community, other community partners, family and friends, and people who suffer from opioid addiction to be aware of the increase in overdoses,” Jackson County Public Health said. “There are actions that can be taken to reduce the risk of someone overdosing.”