Project DAWN (Deaths Avoided with Naloxone) as a way to combat the opioid overdose epidemic.
“It looks pretty clear to us that the more Narcan kits we get out there, in the hands of folks who may potentially overdose, the less fatal overdoses we’re going to have,” Bright said.
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He says while Narcan can rapidly reverse an overdose it’s still important to call 911 because the opioid is still in the person’s system.
Click here for more information about Narcan and how to receive a kit.
People can also call 419-424-7420 (or email [email protected] / [email protected] ) to answer a few simple questions and arrange safe pick up or delivery of a kit.
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