Community Health: Substance Use

Substance Use

Study: Narcan rescues from bystanders are on the rise — but not yet reaching goal

By Serena Smith, Susannah Kistler

More Good Samaritans are using lifesaving naloxone to reverse the effects of opioid drug overdoses, but that growth isn’t happening fast enough, according to new research.

Substance Use

3 ways to safely throw away old medicine that’s unused or expired

By Molly Downing, PhD

Getting rid of unused or expired medication is important, and disposal methods for that medication are important, too. An Ohio State pharmacy expert explains.

Substance Use

Do you know how to help someone experiencing overdose? Most Americans say they don’t

A new Ohio State survey found that more than 75% of Americans say they wouldn’t be able to help if someone were experiencing an overdose.

Substance Use

Should I carry Narcan/naloxone?

By Alison Miller

Narcan is a nasal-spray drug that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Learn more about who should carry Narcan, where to get it and how to use it.

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Community Health: Substance Use

Study: Narcan rescues from bystanders are on the rise — but not yet reaching goal

3 ways to safely throw away old medicine that’s unused or expired

Do you know how to help someone experiencing overdose? Most Americans say they don’t

Should I carry Narcan/naloxone?

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