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Jan. 31, 2023
Launched Fake Is Real Campaign & started Narcan trainings
October
2023
Started Deterra distribution and mailing to county residents
Jan. 31, 2024
Launched Narcan Distribution boxes throughout the County
July
2024
Started distributing prescription medication lock boxes
Jan. 31, 2025
Northampton County D&A launched the RISE Mobile Outreach Van
March 2025
Started giving Older Adult Presentations throughout the county
Our Story
Launched in 2023, Fake Is Real was created in response to the rise in deaths caused by fake pills and synthetic opioids. The campaign is funded by opioid settlement dollars, secured in part through a national lawsuit that included then-District Attorney Terry Houck. County Executive Lamont McClure has been a strong supporter of the initiative from the start.
Operated by the Northampton County Drug & Alcohol Division, Fake Is Real focuses on prevention, education, and access to life-saving tools like Narcan. With continued funding and community support, we’re here to stay. There’s more work to do — and every life saved reminds us why we started.
Our Mission
To provide straightforward, fact-based information that reduces harm from fentanyl-laced drugs and counterfeit prescription pills. We do it by giving young adults and community members the information necessary to save a life.
Our Goal
To understand how Northampton County compares to state and national overdose trends. Using data from NIDA and the CDC helps identify where we stand and supports our targeted prevention and treatment initiatives.
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