Narcan Distribution Program
Swampscott Health Department’s Free Narcan Distribution Program
What is Narcan®?
- Narcan®, also known as naloxone, temporarily reverses an opioid overdose, giving bystanders time to call 911
- It is safe to use and has no potential for misuse
- It is easy to administer and comes as a nasal spray
How can I get Narcan® for free?
- Meet with our Public Health Nurse to receive free Narcan® (Naloxone) and fentanyl test strips
- Learn how to recognize and reverse an opioid overdose
- Please call the Swampscott Health Department to schedule your appointment: 781-596-8864 x1280
Other Helpful Phone Numbers:
- Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline (https://helplinema.org/): 800-327-5050
- Suicide Prevention (https://988lifeline.org/): Dial 988
- Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline (https://www.masshelpline.com/): 833-773-2445
- Massachusetts Overdose Helpline: 800-972-0590
- Nunca use la línea directa sola: 800-928-5330
- Healthy Streets Outreach Program - Lynn (https://www.healthinnovationsinc.com/lynn): 339-440-5633
Helpful Website Links:
- CDC - Opioid Basics: https://www.cdc.gov/opioids/basics/index.html
- CDC - Lifesaving Naloxone (Narcan): https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/naloxone/index.html
- CDC - 5 Things to Know About Naloxone: https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/featured-topics/naloxone.html
- CDC - Fentanyl Facts: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/fentanyl/index.html
- CDC - Stigma Reduction: https://www.cdc.gov/stopoverdose/stigma/index.html
- Learn to Cope: www.learn2cope.org
Video Clips:
- SAMHSA - What is Naloxone?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcAaZQQqd50
- CDC - How to Use Naloxone Nasal Spray: https://youtu.be/odlFtGNjmMQ
- CDC - Protect friends and family with lifesaving naloxone (60 sec video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sm5Tbb8YcgQ
CDC - How to Use Naloxone Nasal Spray
Attachment | Size |
---|---|
Swampscott Health Department Pamphlet with Naloxone Resources - updated Jan 2024 | 570.33 KB |