Per the NC Department of Health and Human Services, just over 4,000 people died from an opioid/substance overdose in 2022. Opioids may be used for pain relief and are frequently used to help with post-operative and chronic pain. During 2023, we distributed several anonymous kits as well as some to community partners for awareness events. 

What helps:

• Anonymous pick up
• Opioid program nurse available within county to promote awareness of program and education to local community partners

What hurts:

• Citizens are unaware of the service and may fear judgement based on a lack of privacy when receiving the medication
• Citizens may be unaware of medication and what it does to help
• Providers forget Naloxone is available or unaware of process within facilities

Local Law Enforcement

EMS

ECU Health Duplin

Mobile Crisis

NC STeP

Duplin County Schools

Duplin County Health Coalition

A non-judgemental location and availability of Naloxone at no cost

• Increased awareness of availability of Narcan in community
• Improved process that allows more privacy within facilities for people to pick up-pick up locations outside of facilities that are managed
• More providers utilizing Naloxone distribution programs

• Notify community partners of the process and availability to receive Naloxone at the LHD
• Public awareness events and education regarding Naloxone and where to find