Naloxone Distribution and Training
Naloxone is an essential part of harm reduction and reducing the effects of overdose on the community. We offer intramuscular and nasal naloxone as well as naloxone trainings, all at no cost!
What is Naloxone?
Naloxone, commonly known by its brand name Narcan, is an opioid reversal drug used to counter the effects of an opioid overdose. Naloxone is an incredibly vital resource to reduce opioid overdoses, we encourage all people to keep naloxone on hand in the event they are in a situation where an overdose occurs.
Naloxone Saves Lives.
How to Book a Naloxone Training
Naloxone trainings only take 15 minutes, and you leave with two free doses of naloxone and the knowledge of how it works, and how to use it in an overdose reversal.
To book a naloxone training at our Bangor or Ellsworth location, email info@mainehealthequity.org
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How can I get involved in HEAL's mission?From donating or volunteering, to signing up for our newsletter or attending our events, there are lots of ways to get involved at HEAL!
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What sets HEAL apart from other organizations?While there are lots of community organizations that do incredible work, HEAL is set apart by operating at the intersection of HIV+ care, harm reduction, and sexual wellness. By taking this multi-level approach of reducing harm and increasing wellness, we are able to not only empower individuals to be in control of their health, but also create lasting change at the community level.
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What is "Health Equity"?""Health equity is the principle underlying a commitment to reduce—and, ultimately, eliminate—disparities in health and in its determinants, including social determinants. Pursuing health equity means striving for the highest possible standard of health for all people and giving special attention to the needs of those at greatest risk of poor health, based on social conditions." Source: What Are Health Disparities and Health Equity? We Need to Be Clear Paula Braveman, MD, MPH
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Where does Health Equity Alliance get its funding?We are funded through a combination of state and federal funding, grants, and private donations. For more information on how a specific program is funded, or to support one of our programs, please contact us!
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Is your organization a 501(c)(3)?Yes! HEAL became a 501(c)(3) in 1987!