Newsom signs bill pushing for Narcan in workplace first aid kits
California workplaces may soon need to stock naloxone in first aid kits to combat opioid overdoses.
Implantable Device Can Detect and Reverse Opioid Overdose
An innovative implantable device can autonomously detect opioid overdoses and administer naloxone, possibly preventing thousands of overdose deaths each year.
Colorado's Naloxone Fund Is Drying Up, Even as Opioid Lawsuits Bring in Millions
The Harm Reduction Action Center's naloxone distribution is in jeopardy due to lack of funding, threatening lives amid rising overdose deaths in Colorado.
Tyler Skaggs' death revisited as MLB partners with White House to reduce opioid overdoses
MLB now requires naloxone in all clubhouses and aims to raise awareness on opioid dangers, inspired by Tyler Skaggs' overdose tragedy.
The surprising second life of those boxes that used to hold free newspapers
Naloxone distribution boxes are a growing effort to increase access to opioid overdose reversal drugs and reduce associated stigma.
Twin Cities Restaurant and Bar Workers Are Serving as 'First Responders' Amid the Opioid Crisis
Webster Norton actively equips bartenders and servers with naloxone and fentanyl test strips, transforming them into de facto first responders to the opioid crisis.
Newsom signs bill pushing for Narcan in workplace first aid kits
California workplaces may soon need to stock naloxone in first aid kits to combat opioid overdoses.
Implantable Device Can Detect and Reverse Opioid Overdose
An innovative implantable device can autonomously detect opioid overdoses and administer naloxone, possibly preventing thousands of overdose deaths each year.
Colorado's Naloxone Fund Is Drying Up, Even as Opioid Lawsuits Bring in Millions
The Harm Reduction Action Center's naloxone distribution is in jeopardy due to lack of funding, threatening lives amid rising overdose deaths in Colorado.
Tyler Skaggs' death revisited as MLB partners with White House to reduce opioid overdoses
MLB now requires naloxone in all clubhouses and aims to raise awareness on opioid dangers, inspired by Tyler Skaggs' overdose tragedy.
The surprising second life of those boxes that used to hold free newspapers
Naloxone distribution boxes are a growing effort to increase access to opioid overdose reversal drugs and reduce associated stigma.
Twin Cities Restaurant and Bar Workers Are Serving as 'First Responders' Amid the Opioid Crisis
Webster Norton actively equips bartenders and servers with naloxone and fentanyl test strips, transforming them into de facto first responders to the opioid crisis.
Drug Overdose Deaths Are Dropping. The Reasons Are Not Perfectly Clear.
Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a record decline of about 10% from April 2023 to April 2024, driven by intervention efforts.
Experts Delighted but Puzzled as Drug Overdose Deaths Suddenly Start Dropping
US drug overdose deaths have dropped by over 12%, raising questions about causes and implications for public health.
Bay Area researchers develop powerful fentanyl blocker 'Subetadex'
A new drug, Subetadex, effectively neutralizes fentanyl and reduces recovery time, offering a promising alternative to naloxone for overdose prevention.
'Historic' drop in U.S. overdose deaths accelerates as fentanyl crisis eases
Street drug deaths in the U.S. are falling rapidly, with a 14.5% decrease translating to over 16,000 lives saved.
US overdose deaths continue downward trend, giving experts hope
The decline in drug overdose deaths in the US has given experts hope for a sustained improvement in the ongoing epidemic.
250 companies, schools and organizations pledge to provide overdose antidote naloxone
Over 250 organizations have committed to stock naloxone to combat drug overdoses, reflecting a national effort to reduce overdose deaths.
Drug Overdose Deaths Are Dropping. The Reasons Are Not Perfectly Clear.
Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a record decline of about 10% from April 2023 to April 2024, driven by intervention efforts.
Experts Delighted but Puzzled as Drug Overdose Deaths Suddenly Start Dropping
US drug overdose deaths have dropped by over 12%, raising questions about causes and implications for public health.
Bay Area researchers develop powerful fentanyl blocker 'Subetadex'
A new drug, Subetadex, effectively neutralizes fentanyl and reduces recovery time, offering a promising alternative to naloxone for overdose prevention.
'Historic' drop in U.S. overdose deaths accelerates as fentanyl crisis eases
Street drug deaths in the U.S. are falling rapidly, with a 14.5% decrease translating to over 16,000 lives saved.
US overdose deaths continue downward trend, giving experts hope
The decline in drug overdose deaths in the US has given experts hope for a sustained improvement in the ongoing epidemic.
250 companies, schools and organizations pledge to provide overdose antidote naloxone
Over 250 organizations have committed to stock naloxone to combat drug overdoses, reflecting a national effort to reduce overdose deaths.
Implant Could Prevent Opioid Overdose Deaths - News Center
The Naloximeter device can autonomously reverse opioid overdoses, addressing the critical need for timely intervention without the necessity for a bystander.
Implantable device responds to opioid OD - Harvard Gazette
The iSOS device can autonomously detect and reverse opioid overdoses, providing timely naloxone delivery without need for bystander intervention.
Elias: Gov. Newsom's move on fentanyl antitode all anyone can ask of governor
Gov. Newsom's order to distribute naloxone is crucial in saving lives amidst the fentanyl crisis.
California is joining with a New Jersey company to buy a generic opioid overdose reversal drug
California is partnering with a pharmaceutical company to purchase generic Narcan at a lower cost, expanding access to naloxone for opioid overdose treatment.
BART recognized by Biden administration for Narcan deployment, training in drug overdose reversal
Biden Administration launches initiative to increase Narcan deployment
BART Police Department recognized for saving lives using naloxone
Implant Could Prevent Opioid Overdose Deaths - News Center
The Naloximeter device can autonomously reverse opioid overdoses, addressing the critical need for timely intervention without the necessity for a bystander.
Implantable device responds to opioid OD - Harvard Gazette
The iSOS device can autonomously detect and reverse opioid overdoses, providing timely naloxone delivery without need for bystander intervention.
Elias: Gov. Newsom's move on fentanyl antitode all anyone can ask of governor
Gov. Newsom's order to distribute naloxone is crucial in saving lives amidst the fentanyl crisis.
California is joining with a New Jersey company to buy a generic opioid overdose reversal drug
California is partnering with a pharmaceutical company to purchase generic Narcan at a lower cost, expanding access to naloxone for opioid overdose treatment.
BART recognized by Biden administration for Narcan deployment, training in drug overdose reversal
Biden Administration launches initiative to increase Narcan deployment
BART Police Department recognized for saving lives using naloxone
Should cocaine and MDMA users carry naloxone, the medicine that prevents fatal opioid overdoses?
Recreational drug users, especially cocaine and ecstasy consumers, should be informed about the dangers of opioid-laced drugs and the importance of naloxone.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of news
Framingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.
Should cocaine and MDMA users carry naloxone, the medicine that prevents fatal opioid overdoses?
Recreational drug users, especially cocaine and ecstasy consumers, should be informed about the dangers of opioid-laced drugs and the importance of naloxone.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of news
Framingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.
Oakland nonprofit working with bars to provide life-saving Narcan and fentanyl test strips
The Legionnaire Saloon in Oakland is actively combating the overdose crisis by providing naloxone and fentanyl test strips to the community.
Lawmaker wants California workplaces to put naloxone in first-aid kits
A new bill in California would require workplaces to stock naloxone nasal spray in their first-aid kits to prevent opioid overdoses.
The bill aims to expand access to naloxone in various work sites, giving bystanders more places to turn for the life-saving medication when they witness an overdose.
California police officer loses consciousness taking suspect to jail. Both end up in hospital
A Fresno police officer lost consciousness and was hospitalized after possibly being exposed to an unknown substance while transporting a suspect to jail.
The officer regained consciousness after receiving Naloxone, an opioid overdose reversal medication, from their partner at the scene.