Statistics provided by first responders in Burleigh County show a 55% increase in overdoses deaths from 2020 to 2021.
To help protect members of the community, Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health (BBPH) is conducting a free Narcan Training event on July 19 at 10 am at the Dream Center. The Dream Center is located at 1805 Park Ave, in Bismarck. Participants will learn how to recognize an opioid overdoes, and how to properly administer a Narcan dose. You must register for the event by calling (701) 355-1594 or going online to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-narcan-training-tickets-381770795727. Registration is limited.
Narcan is medication that temporarily restores breathing during an overdose from fentanyl or other opioids. “Our goal is to train the public on signs and symptoms of an overdose, the immediate actions they should take to get first responders to the scene and steps to stabilize and potentially revive an individual who has overdosed,” said Susan Kahler, SAP Coordinator. BBPH receives the State Opioid Response Grants that provides funding for Narcan Training and Prescription Drug Take Back Events.
If you or your organization would like to attend or host a future Narcan training event, contact BBPH at (701) 355-1594 for more information.
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