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White House Urges Public Schools to Carry NARCAN, Train To Use It
The Biden administration attempted to take a step toward curbing the nationwide fentanyl epidemic Monday by sending a letter to all the educators in the country.
Americans Say Cannabis Is Safer Than Alcohol And Cigarettes (And Less Addictive Than Technology)
But the survey reveals regressive attitudes about addiction.
FDA Approves Nasal Spray To Reverse Fentanyl Overdoses
The spray, known as Opvee, has achieved similar results to Narcan in studies.
University Unveils Free Narcan Vending Machine
Santa Clara University’s free Narcan vending machine could save lives.
Colorado Weighs Proposal To Allow Safe Injection Sites
Advocates say the sites prevent overdoses and save lives.
Fentanyl Overdose Reversal Drug Stronger Than Narcan Released
Zimhi is being released to first responders to combat powerful fentanyl overdoses.
FDA Takes First Step in Making NARCAN Available Over the Counter
NARCAN, a true miracle drug that can reverse opiate overdoses at the drop of a hat and save the user’s life, may soon become much more widely accessible to addicts.
Researchers Developing Vaccine to Fight Opioid Use Disorder
A new vaccine being developed could be used to help those prone to Opioid Use Disorder and opiate addiction.
Chicago Giving Departing Inmates Overdose-Reversing Drug
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago now gives at-risk inmates the overdose-reversing drug naloxone upon their release from jail and…
Prices For Overdose Drug Skyrocket
Naloxone is a drug that saves lives. As an opioid antagonist that counters the effects of drug overdoses,…