According to research compiled by the San Diego Rx Abuse Task Force, the United States Attorney’s Office reported a substantial increase in fentanyl seizures at California ports of entry between 2015 and 2017, from six seizures totaling 30 kilograms in 2015 to 70 seizures totaling 542 kilograms in 2017. Partially as a result of this increased trafficking, unintentional fentanyl deaths in San Diego County have risen dramatically as well, from 12 in 2010 to 84 in 2017, an increase of 600%.

Additionally, deaths from all forms of substance abuse, including heroin, prescription opioids, alcohol, and other illicit drugs, have increased from 410 in 2007, to 527 in 2017, an increase of 29%.

This guide is intended to help provide valuable resources and data to residents of San Diego and the surrounding area who need assistance with overcoming addiction. It also serves the purpose of shedding light on the growing problem of addiction in the San Diego area for those interested in researching the issue.

Use the directory in this guide if you need assistance in finding the nearest treatment centers. The information below will help you discover which rehabs are the highest-rated and most affordable in the San Diego area.

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