SAMHSA updates their Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit

The revised Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit from SAMHSA provides comprehensive guidance to various stakeholders on averting and addressing overdoses. Highlighting harm reduction and treatment accessibility as crucial elements of overdose prevention, this toolkit complements existing training programs. It outlines the significance of opioid overdose reversal medications such as naloxone and nalmefene, along with strategies for prompt response during an overdose event. Additionally, tailored appendices cater to specific audiences, including individuals who use drugs, those prescribed opioids, first responders, healthcare providers, and more.

You can access this resource here: https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/overdose-prevention-response-kit-pep23-03-00-001.pdf