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Overdose Prevention
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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.
November 1, 2023
Scotland’s Government Calls For Drug Decriminalization
The Scottish government has unveiled a plan to decriminalize possession of personal quantities of drugs, a proposal that was quickly rejected by the U.K. national government.
July 12, 2023
New York Approves Bill Legalizing Overdose Prevention Center
It's a significant win for the harm reduction movement in New York and beyond.
May 25, 2023
FDA Approves Nasal Spray To Reverse Fentanyl Overdoses
The spray, known as Opvee, has achieved similar results to Narcan in studies.
May 24, 2023
University Unveils Free Narcan Vending Machine
Santa Clara University’s free Narcan vending machine could save lives.
May 15, 2023
Minnesota Lawmakers Push To Make Narcan Available in Schools
Lawmakers in Minnesota are trying to pass a bill that would require schools in the state to have the opioid overdose reversal drug Narcan available in the event of an emergency situation.
May 8, 2023
Colorado Weighs Proposal To Allow Safe Injection Sites
Advocates say the sites prevent overdoses and save lives.
March 3, 2023
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.
November 17, 2022
Rainbow Fentanyl Scourge is Targeting ‘Kids and Young Adults,’ DEA Warns
An announcement from the Drug Enforcement Administration warns of rainbow fentanyl, which was found in at least 18 states.
September 2, 2022
California Governor Vetoes Bill Authorizing Safe Injection Sites
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed legislation that would have authorized the establishment of safe injection sites to prevent drug overdoses.
August 23, 2022