Free naloxone kits can save lives, Ottawa Public Health tweets
Posted Aug 21, 2022 11:00:00 PM.
Amidst three overdose deaths on Aug. 19, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is reminding citizens of the importance of naloxone kits.
Naloxone is a medication that temporarily reverses the effects of an opioid overdose, OPH tweeted, but it's still important to call 9-1-1.
Naloxone is a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose… but only temporarily. Which is why it is so important to always call 911! Find out where to get your free naloxone kit. It can save a life.: https://t.co/tUsyR7t2Ss pic.twitter.com/m7JOmkEq5y
— Ottawa Public Health (@OttawaHealth) August 21, 2022
In Ontario, naloxone is free through the Peer Overdose Prevention Program (POPP), and available to both those at risk of overdosing and individuals who could help respond to an overdose.
“When you get your kit, you will also receive training on overdose prevention, recognizing an overdose and how to respond,” OPH states.
More information on where to find the kits can be found on the OPH website.