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USPS to Launch Fentanyl Awareness Semipostal Stamp

The U.S. Postal Service will introduce a new semipostal stamp dedicated to fentanyl awareness on October 6, aiming to fund critical research into the overdose epidemic. The first-day-of-issue ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the National Institutes of Health campus in Bethesda, Maryland, emphasizing themes of recovery and healing.

Bio & NewsSeptember 8, 2026234 reads0

The "Know the Facts About Fentanyl" stamp features an illustration by Whitney Sherman, with art direction provided by Antonio Alcalá. Proceeds generated from the sale of the semipostal will be directed to the National Institute on Drug Abuse to bolster research efforts and public awareness campaigns. This initiative seeks to bridge the gap between community support and medical resources as families continue to navigate the impacts of the ongoing crisis.

Key officials, including USPS vice president Peter Pastre and NIH director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, are slated to attend the unveiling at the Masur Auditorium. Because the event takes place on the NIH campus, the Postal Service requires all attendees to register in advance through their official website to clear security protocols. Collectors and the public can purchase the stamps online, by phone, or at local post office locations following the October release.

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