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State Health Department provides free Narcan strips in Palm Beach County

Por: WPTV Nation February 20, 2023

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PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Free naloxon nasal spray strips, which are used to treat drug overdoses, are available with the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County at four locations.Narcan, which is the brand name, is lifesaving medication to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, restoring breathing and consciousness within minutes of being administered.Naloxone is available to people who use drugs, people with a history of drug... + full article



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