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Alcohol & Drugs
Alcohol & Drugs
Alcohol & Drug Use in Vermont
Learn how alcohol and other drugs affect the health and wellness of Vermonters, and find links to national experts in alcohol and drug science and policy.
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Vermonters aged 18-25 have among the highest heroin use rates in the country. Most people who use heroin have misused prescription pain relievers.
Prescription opioids can be addictive and dangerous. It only takes a little to lose a lot.
Stimulants like cocaine, methamphetamine, and prescription stimulants can be addictive and dangerous.
National data shows that Vermont has one of the highest percentages of illegal drug use in the country.