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.

Solano County Drug Grand Jury - http://www.solano.courts.ca.gov/materials/GrandJury/2017/PLENARY%20040517%20HSS%20OD%20Plenary%20v4.2%20-%20Final.pdf

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