Polysubstance Use and Naloxone
A new phase of the fentanyl crisis in America Historically, the opioid epidemic in this country has been described as having three “waves.”1 Now, however, we appear to be [...]
A new phase of the fentanyl crisis in America Historically, the opioid epidemic in this country has been described as having three “waves.”1 Now, however, we appear to be [...]
If you’ve spent any time in a school, you probably know about the emergency procedures in place to keep students safe from threats like fires, tornadoes and earthquakes. But what about drugs in schools? Opioids specifically? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, opioids like fentanyl are claiming the lives of our nation’s kids at alarming rates.1,2 In 2021, for example, fentanyl was involved in 84% of all overdose deaths among teens.1 So what can parents and school administrators do to fight back? Treat opioids like other threats, and formulate an emergency plan that includes keeping naloxone in schools for opioid overdoses. Read on to learn more about how naloxone in schools saves lives.
Dangers of Using Other People’s Prescriptions Don’t take other people’s pills. It seems like common sense advice. However, many Americans believe it’s okay to take medication that was [...]
Fake Adderall®, specifically counterfeit Adderall® that contains illicitly manufactured fentanyl, is on the rise and it’s causing accidental overdoses among teens.1 If you have been seeing headlines about opioid [...]