Addiction and Treatment Statistics for Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

Roughly 17,806 people living in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. The Wisconsin River runs right through the center of the city. People who live in Wisconsin Rapids have plenty of outdoor attractions to enjoy, including Rapids Municipal Zoo, Ben Hansen Park, Lyon Park, or Sandlot Park.

Residents and visitors can also stop by the South Wood County Historical Museum to learn more about the Wisconsin Rapids area’s history.

Alcohol And Drug Rehab Centers In Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

Adults who struggle with alcohol or drug addiction have one addiction treatment option available in Wisconsin Rapids.

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Alcohol And Drug Rehab Centers Near Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

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Substance Abuse In Wisconsin Rapids And Wood County

In the six years between 2004 and 2010, there were 32 drug overdose deaths in Wood County. In just two years between 2012 and 2014, there were 21 drug overdose deaths—a drastic increase. This number went up slightly to 28 deaths between 2014 and 2016.

Wood County has seen a rise in drug problems in recent years, most notably with heroin. Here are some drug use statistics from the Wisconsin Rapids area:

  • Emergency response personnel administered reversal drugs for heroin overdoses only six times in Wood County in 2013.
  • That number increased to 29 times in 2015.
  • The Wisconsin State Crime Lab reported a total of 12 heroin cases in Wood County in 2012 and 19 cases in 2013. This number rose to 36 cases in 2014.
  • Wood County has a rate of 162.4 per 100,000 population for substance abuse deaths.
  • In 2014, there were 132.9 drug and alcohol-related deaths per 100,000 residents. That same year, there were 41 alcohol-related vehicle crashes in the county.

Traveling For The Best Program

Individuals who are experiencing a substance use disorder need to find the most effective addiction treatment program available. This can help ensure that they achieve a full recovery. In some cases, this means going to a neighboring town or city to enroll in a drug or alcohol rehab program.

Since Wisconsin Rapids has limited options, traveling to another city or town can lead to more suitable substance abuse treatment options to consider. For assistance in finding a rehab center near Wisconsin Rapids for yourself or someone you love, please contact us today.

County Health Rankings - http://www.countyhealthrankings.org/app/wisconsin/2018/measure/factors/138/data

Wisconsin Rapids Tribune - https://www.wisconsinrapidstribune.com/story/news/2016/01/06/wis-rapids-becomes-heroin-hub-region/78352518/

Wisconsin Department of Health Services - https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p4/p45358-2016-wood.pdf

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