Fentanyl Awareness

Fentanyl is at the center of a growing crisis that is claiming lives every day. At Forever Our Angels Fentanyl Awareness, our mission is to educate communities about the dangers of fentanyl, prevent overdoses, and honor the memory of those we’ve lost.

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💙 What is Fentanyl?

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is:

• Up to 100 times stronger than morphine

• Up to 50 times stronger than heroin

• Prescribed medically for severe pain, but most fentanyl deaths are linked to illegally made fentanyl

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💙 Why is Fentanyl So Dangerous?

• Even 2 milligrams (the size of a few grains of salt) can be deadly

• Fentanyl is often mixed into counterfeit pills or street drugs without people knowing

• It is odorless, tasteless, and invisible — making it impossible to detect without test strips

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💙 The Reality of the Crisis

• Fentanyl is now the leading cause of overdose deaths in the U.S.

• It affects all ages, races, and backgrounds — not just people with a history of drug use

• Many victims thought they were taking a prescription pill, but it was counterfeit and laced with fentanyl

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💙 Signs of a Fentanyl Overdose

Recognizing the signs quickly can save a life:

• Slow, shallow, or stopped breathing

• Blue or gray lips and fingertips

• Cold, clammy skin

• Pinpoint pupils

• Unconsciousness or unresponsiveness

If you suspect an overdose, call 911 immediately and administer Naloxone (Narcan) if available.

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💙 Prevention & Safety Tips

• Never take pills that weren’t prescribed directly to you

• Talk openly with your children and loved ones about fentanyl risks

• Carry Naloxone (Narcan) — it can reverse an overdose if used quickly

• Use fentanyl test strips to check for contamination in substances

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💙 How We’re Raising Awareness

Forever Our Angels hosts campaigns, school presentations, vigils, and community events to educate the public about fentanyl. By sharing stories and spreading facts, we bring attention to a crisis that too often stays in the shadows.

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✨ Knowledge is power — and in this case, it saves lives. By learning the truth about fentanyl and spreading awareness, together we can protect our families and communities.