Harm Reduction: Opioid Overdose Reversal Agents (EP. 5)

13/03/2024 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5

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Join us as we discuss this important topic with Dr. Bridget Roop.
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Resources:
1. Free naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray for individuals/family/friends through the Jefferson County Department of Health
2. State of Alabama Naloxone Standing Order for outpatient pharmacies
References:
1. All Injuries. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention / National Center for Health Statistics. FastStats–All Injuries. Updated February 1, 2023
2. Bustamante, J. (2023, January 1). Drug Overdose Death Statistics [2023]: Opioids, Fentanyl & More. NCDAS.
3. Payne, ER. (2024). Comparison of Administration of 8-Milligram and 4-Milligram Intranasal Naloxone by Law Enforcement During Response to Suspected Opioid Overdose - New York, March 2022-August 2023. MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 73(5).