× The federal government has shut down due to the failures of the President and Congress to continue government funding. Millions of Californians receiving benefits from state programs may be impacted. For now, California’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will continue to provide services and enroll eligible families as long as funding is available. No new federal funding to California WIC will be provided until the President and Congress take action. Families should continue to use their WIC benefits and attend their WIC appointments. This information is subject to change, so please monitor the California WIC website for updates.

Please be wary of potential highly partisan political messaging while visiting federal government websites for information related to the federal government shutdown.

Substance and addiction prevention branch

Substance Basics

Fentanyl	Provides an overview of fentanyl and why it is dangerous. Also available in Spanish (en español).
Opioids	Provides information on opioids including forms and methods of use, health effects, and treatment.
Signs of a Drug-Related Overdose	Covers the signs and symptoms of drug related overdoses and how to respond.
Stimulants	Provides an overview of different types of stimulants and how they can be dangerous.
Xylazine	Provides an overview of xylazine and its emergence in the drug supply.