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Learn About Naloxone Stopoverdose.org

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Learn About Opioid Overdose Stopoverdose.org

WebNaloxone can take 2-3 minutes to work, so start giving rescue breaths. If the person is still not breathing after 2-3 minutes, give a second dose of naloxone. Continue rescue …

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Schools, Overdose Education & Naloxone Stopoverdose.org

WebSchools should be equipped to recognize and respond to overdose. While overdose events are rare on school property, schools should be prepared for overdose they way they are …

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Stopoverdose.org

WebSupport for this project was through a federal grant via the Washington State Health Care Authority, specifically the Washington State Opioid Response (SOR) Grant. Prevent …

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Watch an Opioid Overdose Training Video Stopoverdose.org

WebWA State Overdose Prevention and Response Training from stopoverdose.org. This training video covers overdose risks, the WA State Good Samaritan Law and shows a …

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Youth Overdose Education Stopoverdose.org

WebYoung people can reduce their own risks for overdose and know how to respond if someone else has an overdose. Anyone of any age can learn and provide overdose education. …

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Materials & Toolkits Stopoverdose.org

WebUsing prescription opioids safely. Prescription Opioids: What You Need to Know, a CDC factsheet, describes the risks and side effects of opioid medications and other options for …

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About Us Stopoverdose.org

WebStopoverdose.org is a project of the Center for Community-Engaged Drug Education, Epidemiology, and Research (CEDEER) at the University of Washington Addictions, …

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Center for Opioid Safety Education

WebThe Center for Drug Safety & Services Education (formerly the Center for Opioid Safety Education (COSE)) offers education and technical assistance for individuals, …

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Find Naloxone Near You Stopoverdose.org

WebNaloxone is now available over-the-counter at many pharmacies. It’s also available using the Statewide Standing Order for Naloxone and insurance; if you have Apple Health (WA …

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Risks of the Unregulated Drug Market Stopoverdose.org

WebXylazine is an animal tranquilizer that has shown up in combination with fentanyl sold on the streets or online. Xylazine may increase the risk for overdose because of its sedating …

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Methamphetamine Overdose / Overamping Stopoverdose.org

WebThe biggest risks of methamphetamine overdose (also called overamping) include: overheating, heart attacks, strokes, and not breathing. These can happen from: Using …

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Over the Counter Naloxone FAQ Stopoverdose.org

WebOn March 29, 2023, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone nasal spray product, NARCAN Nasal Spray, manufactured by …

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Good Samaritan Law Stopoverdose.org

WebIn WA State, anyone trying to help in a medical emergency is generally protected from civil liabilities by RCW 4.24.300.WA State’s 911 Good Samaritan Overdose Law RCW …

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Office-based opioid treatment (OBOT) Policy and Procedure …

WebPurpose of the Manual. The purpose of this manual is to provide detailed policies and protocols of the Harborview Medical Center (HMC) Office-Based Opioid Treatment …

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Webinars & Training Videos Stopoverdose.org

WebDrug Trends with Caleb Banta-Green, PhD, MPH, MSW, provided an overview of on current drug trends in Washington State with a focus on fentanyl, methamphetamine and …

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Washington State Interagency Opioid Working Plan

Web6 GOAL 2: Link individuals with opioid use disorder to treatment support services. STRATEGY 1: Build capacity of health care providers to recognize signs of possible …

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Considerations for Naloxone Vending Machines Stopoverdose.org

WebThe content on this webpage is adapted from the webinar “Learn about Naloxone Vending Machines!” with content from Thea Oliphant-Wells of Public Health-Seattle & King …

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