Definition
Story Behind the Curve
The distribution of Narcan kits is vital to the mitigation of opioid overdose. The more Narcan kits that are able to go out into the community the better. They are distributed from our in house pharmacy which may explain why a low number of kits were distributed in 2020.
Partners
Partners in our Community Health Improvement Process:
- Wayne County Health Department
- Dixon Social Interactive Services
- EastPointe
- Drug Court
- Goldsboro Police Department
- Wayne County Sherrif's Department
- JCPC
- C.A.L.M
- Goldsboro Comprehensive Treatment Center- MAT
Partners With a Role Helping the Community
- EMS
- Law enforcement
- Health Providers
- Pharmacies
- Churches
- Family members
- Community steakholders
- Wayne County DSS
What Works
The actions we identified as ideas for what can work for our community to make a difference on Substance use and stigma.
Actions/Approaches in our Community
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Extend education to community members
- Funding for substance use disorder
- Awareness and education on stigma