Let's Talk About Drugs in the Intermountain West14 Jan

Naloxone Saves Lives

In this episode, we’re joined by Omar Syed, MD, an Addiction Medicine Fellow at the University of Utah. Dr. Syed talks with us about naloxone (Narcan) — a lifesaving medication that anyone can learn to use to help keep our community safer. You can learn more about Dr. Syed here.

Resources from this episode:

Learn the signs of an overdose at opidemic.utah.gov/overdoses
Watch a step‑by‑step video on how to use naloxone in an emergency here.
To request free mailed naloxone, sign up for an online training, or find a full list of Salt Lake County libraries and fire stations that stock and distribute naloxone, visit utahnaloxone.org
Explore a directory of organizations that provide free naloxone and overdose‑prevention resources at opidemic.utah.gov/naloxone/free-naloxone
The Salt Lake Harm Reduction Project recently introduced Naloxey Boxey — a Little Free Library–style box filled with naloxone doses and simple instructions for when and how to use them. You can find Naloxey Boxey outside their office at 1400 South, 1100 East, in Salt Lake City.
Fentanyl 101 with Jasmin Charles, MS, PA-C

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