Naloxone is a medication that can be used to treat a narcotic overdose in emergency situations. It is available at any OHSU pharmacy without a prescription. (OHSU/Erik Robinson) Perhaps the only thing worse than watching someone die from an illegal drug overdose is knowing that it could have been prevented. It’s especially tragic when that […]
TOPEKA, Kansas (WIBW) – A large shadow hangs over the city of Topeka and affects many of its residents. “We have a huge opioid crisis here in Topeka among youth and homeless people. There is no discrimination. All age groups and walks of life are affected,” said Kathleen Link of Positive Connections. There is a […]
Hamilton County Emergency Services held a public training course called “First On The Scene” on Saturday morning. “It’s basically a course that teaches citizens what to do until help arrives,” says David Burdett, training director for Hamilton County EMS. The First On The Scene course, created by the National Association of EMTs, provides trained professionals […]
