According to the May 2025 New Hampshire Drug Monitoring Initiative report, there were 287 overdose deaths reported in the state during 2024. Of these, 103 deaths involved opioids, while 14 were linked to cocaine and another 14 to methamphetamine
The Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Services (BDAS) operates as part of the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and is responsible for overseeing the development, enhancement, and effectiveness of substance misuse services throughout the state. BDAS supports this mission by funding and supervising various programs that deliver prevention information, education, and treatment services related to substance misuse. The bureau also provides technical assistance and training to service providers, regardless of whether they receive state funding.
In addition to these efforts, BDAS plays a key role in shaping and implementing policies to ensure that the needs of New Hampshire residents are effectively addressed.
Through the NH State Opioid Response (SOR) Grant, DHHS works to broaden and strengthen a coordinated response to substance misuse. This includes efforts across the full continuum of care, from prevention and early intervention to treatment, harm reduction, and recovery support services.