P.E.I. pharmacies providing free naloxone kits [Video]

Participating community pharmacies across Prince Edward Island are now providing free naloxone kits.

Naloxone is a fast-acting medication used to temporarily reverse an opioid-related overdose until medical help arrives.

A news release from the Prince Edward Island government on Tuesday says drug-related overdoses are on the rise across the country.

“As we work to address drug-related overdoses, it is important that Islanders have access to free naloxone kits in communities across P.E.I.,” said P.E.I. Chief Public Health Officer Heather Morrison in the release.

“We appreciate the collaboration of pharmacies and pharmacists in helping make this happen. Naloxone saves lives and I encourage people to pick up a free kit today.”

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The kits are now available at 37 participating pharmacies, along with information on how to recognize the signs of an opioid-related overdose, how to respond and where to get naloxone training, including free online training.

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