Harm Reduction
Number of Naloxone Kits Distributed
Current Value
2,556
Definition
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Story Behind the Curve
What's Helping?
- Community now recognizes and accepts Naloxone as a life-saving drug.
- Stigma related to overdose has also decreased in the community.
- Advertising and promotion of the program.
What's Hurting?
- There are still individuals in the community with a strong opinion regarding Naloxone and drug overdose.
- Not everyone knows about the drug and benefits.
- Some individuals are still not sure how to access the drug.
Partners
- Dare County Department of Health & Human Services
- Saving Lives Task Force
- Justice-Involved Persons & Professionals
- Law Enforcement & Fire Departments
- Community Care Clinic of Dare
What Works
Marketing PSAs have resulted in an increase in requests for Naloxone kits. Providing education has also worked to decrease stigma and increase individuals comfort in requesting kits.
Action Plan
Continue to provide Naloxone Kits to the community. Increase education and PSA efforts.
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