Money from national opioid lawsuits is being put to work in Pima County

Money from national opioid lawsuits is being put to work in Pima County

Pima County officials are directing millions of dollars into programs aimed at preventing overdoses, keeping youth from using drugs and helping people recover from opioid addiction.Opioids are a class of highly addictive drugs used to treat pain. They include prescription medications as well as illegal drugs like heroin. While they can be effective for pain management, opioids carry a high risk of dependence and overdose.According to the Arizona…