The Duplin County Health Department distributes Naloxone kits at no charge during operating hours, Monday through Friday.  In alignment with NC State law, basic instructions and information on how to administer the medication are provided to every person who receives a kit.  Naloxone is a medication that is used to reverse the effects of opioid medications. An overdose on opioid medications can escalate to an emergency situation where lifesaving measures like Naloxone and CPR may be required. We aim to educate the public on the dangers of the misuse of opioids and provide the resources needed to help someone in this situation.

We serve all residents of Duplin County that may struggle with opioid misuse or addiction, along with the families and friends of these individuals.  

By providing education and Naloxone Kits, we are contributing to a lifesaving measure that may give someone a second chance.

This program was added in 2023.