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Battling Opioids Minute: Narcan Treatment, Carbon County
Battling Opioids Minute: Narcan Treatment, Carbon County
Battling Opioids Minute: Narcan Treatment, Carbon County
Monday 2nd December 2019
Explore Narcan's life-saving impact in Carbon County and community efforts to combat opioid addiction on 'Battling Opioids Minute'.
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Get the buttons here!Narcan's Impact in Carbon County: A Community's Fight Against Opioids
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In the heart of Pennsylvania, where the opioid crisis hits hard, there's a glimmer of hope coming from Carbon County. This episode of 'Battling Opioids Minute' zeroes in on Narcan treatment and its life-saving impact. The host chats with a dedicated outreach worker who shares firsthand experiences and observations from the front lines. They delve into the effectiveness of Narcan, a medication designed to reverse opioid overdoses, and how it's becoming a vital tool in the community's fight against addiction.
The outreach worker notes a decrease in overdose cases recently, possibly due to increased availability and use of Narcan. While they can't pinpoint all the reasons for this decline, the local efforts seem to be making a difference. The discussion also touches on different types of agonists, including suboxone, and how these treatments work to block opioid effects. The episode wraps up with a call-to-action, urging listeners to visit battlingopioids.org or call for help to start their recovery journey.
Geisinger's initiatives, such as reducing opioid prescriptions and opening medication-assisted treatment centers, are also highlighted as part of the broader effort to combat addiction in Pennsylvania. This episode isn't just informative; it's a beacon of hope for anyone affected by the opioid crisis.