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Prevent Opioid Overdoses

Naloxone rescue kits available by mail - order and get trained:

Naloxone rescue kits (English)

Kits de rescate de naloxona (Español)

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For your business: Naloxone rescue kits

Naloxone is a medication that stops and reverses an opioid overdose. People who spend time around someone who uses opioid drugs should have a Naloxone rescue kit on hand, as should anyone in recovery from an opioid problem.

Free Naloxone rescue kits are available - thanks to the Project DAWN network.

Order online for training and a Naloxone rescue kit will be mailed to you. Order in English and Spanish.
Pick up nearby, at:
- Lorain County Public Health, 9880 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Another location using this map:

If you live or work outside of Lorain County, find a Naloxone rescue kit near you.

For treatment and support information, see this list of resources.

Medication-Assisted Treatment - Learn more

Medication-assisted-treatment (MAT) is the most effective treatment for opioid addiction. MAT includes the use of prescribed medications, such as methadone or buprenorphine taken daily. It helps with pain management and curbs cravings. Find MAT near you.

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