Addiction and Treatment Statistics for Vallejo, California
Situated just outside of San Francisco on San Pablo Bay, Vallejo has a population of close to 122,000. Home to the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum and the Empress Theatre, which was built in 1911, this city has a lot to offer its visitors. Many residents, however, may find themselves struggling with addiction. Fortunately, there are a variety of rehab centers available to treat the needs of each individual.
Substance Abuse In Vallejo And Solano County
Substance abuse is a significant problem throughout the United States, and every region seems to have its own set of struggles. In Solano County, one of the growing drug-related health concerns is the abuse of opioids, particularly prescription opioids.
- Solano County’s drug take-back events collected 4,214 pounds of prescription medications at eleven events during 2015 alone.
- California Health Rankings reported that Solano County experiences 12 to 14 opioid deaths, 10 motor vehicle crash deaths, and nine homicides per year.
- According to the CDC, there were 50 opioid deaths between 2009 and 2014 in Solano County. Of these deaths, 48 resulted from misuse of prescription narcotic pain medications.
- During 2013 and 2014, there were 275 non-fatal emergency department visits and 101 non-fatal hospitalizations due to opioids in Solano County.
Traveling For The Best Program
The convenient location of a rehab center does not make it the most effective or best-suited addiction treatment program for everyone. Each person has unique needs, and exploring rehab programs outside of Vallejo can ensure that they choose the most appropriate one for them.
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Solano County Drug Grand Jury - http://www.solano.courts.ca.gov/materials/GrandJury/2017/PLENARY%20040517%20HSS%20OD%20Plenary%20v4.2%20-%20Final.pdf
