JACKSON, Mich — The Jackson Fire Department has installed a publicly accessible Narcan box outside the Central Fire Station.
Officials hope this is a proactive step in the first against opioid overdoses.
We’re told that the initiative was made possible through a partnership with neighborhood organization Home of New Vision, which aims to provide life-saving resources to residents in need.
The box is stocked with Narcan, which is a medication designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdoses, as well as information on addiction resources available in the area.
Officials also say that opioid overdoses remain a pressing public health crisis across the country, and Jackson is not immune to its effects.
Equipping the community with Narcan is an essential harm-reduction strategy that aligns with ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic.
The availability of Narcan in public spaces has been shown to significantly decrease overall opioid-related fatalities.
The Narcan box is located outside the front entrance of JFD’s Central Fire Station at 518 N Jackson St. and is available for public use.
Community members are encouraged to take advantage of this free resource, ensuring they are prepared to respond to an overdose emergency.
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