NALOXONE IS SAVING LIVES.
This proactive program is designed to make naloxone, a medication that can rapidly reverse opioid overdoses, accessible to everyone. Naloxone is incredibly effective and is the number one reason lives are being saved from overdoses, giving individuals a second chance at life.
What is Naloxone?
Naloxone is a medication designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdose. It binds to opioid receptors and can reverse or block the effects of other opioids, quickly restoring normal respiration to a person whose breathing has slowed or stopped due to overdosing with heroin or prescription opioid medications.
Importance of Naloxone
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Life-Saving
Potential
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Accessibility
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Combatting the
Opioid Crisis
Naloxone can quickly restore normal respiration in someone who has overdosed on opioids. It can be the difference between life and death.
Naloxone is available in various forms, including injectable, auto-injector, and nasal spray, making it accessible and easy to administer even by those with minimal training.
Widespread distribution and use of naloxone are critical components in efforts to reduce the number of deaths caused by opioid overdoses.
Trainings
Our weekly or bi-weekly sessions provide essential training for anyone interested in learning how to use Naloxone to save lives. These sessions cover the basics of opioid overdose recognition, the safe administration of Naloxone, and the critical steps to take following an overdose.
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We offer flexible training options to suit your needs. Depending on your location, we can come to you to provide on-site training. Alternatively, you can join us at our designated training location at 37 N Orange Ave by appointment.
Please email michelle@projectopioid.org to schedule a date that works best for you.
Key Topics Include:
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Understanding the opioid crisis
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Recognizing signs of an opioid overdose
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How to administer Naloxone safely
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Post-administration care and emergency protocols
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Legal protections and Good Samaritan laws