Drug Rehab Centers in Owensboro, Kentucky

Known as the BBQ capital of the world, Owensboro, Kentucky has a lively and inviting atmosphere that makes residents and strangers alike feel welcome. The close-knit community ensures an excellent support system for those seeking substance abuse treatment.

Substance Abuse In Owensboro & Daviess County

Like much of the nation, Kentucky residents have struggled primarily with opioid addiction. The following data was taken from the 2016 Combined Annual Report from the Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy:

  • A 21.6% decrease of hydrocodone usage and a 37.7% increase of tramadol from 2011 to 2016 indicates that prescribers are looking for safer alternatives to treat pain.
  • In Daviess County, there were 14 overdose deaths in 2012, 25 in 2013, 11 in 2014, 12 in 2015, and 15 in 2016.
  • Drug overdose deaths per capita in Daviess County amounted to an average annual rate (per 100,000 residents) of 14.59 from 2012 to 2016, much lower than Clinton County at 60.95.

Traveling For Addiction Treatment

Some treatment specialists recommend traveling for addiction treatment for a number of reasons, such as finding a program better-suited to the unique needs of the client or removing oneself from a toxic environment. Whatever the reason might be, it is best to consider all options, and important elements like cost, before settling on a treatment program.

Commonwealth of Kentucky - https://odcp.ky.gov/Reports/2016%20annual%20report.pdf

Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy - https://odcp.ky.gov/Documents/2016%20ODCP%20Overdose%20Fatality%20Report%20Final.pdf

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