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Narcan is the antidote that reverses the dangerous effects of an opioid overdose.
By Forum Staff
Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Howard Beach) will be hosting a Narcan overdose and drug prevention training on Monday, October 3 at the American Legion Post 1404 at 209 Cross Bay Blvd. in Broad Channel. The Assemblywoman, who has hosted this event in years past, is bringing the heavily sought-out training with Dynamic Youth Community Inc. to the 23rd Assembly District for free.
Narcan is the antidote that reverses the dangerous effects of an opioid overdose. Throughout the session, individuals are given the knowledge and guidance that can help save lives. With this training, one will learn how to administer Narcan and the follow-up stages after an overdose.. Throughout the session, individuals are given the knowledge and guidance that can help save lives. With this training, one will learn how to administer Narcan and the follow-up stages after an overdose.
“It’s incredibly important that we understand that overdoses can happen to anyone. I’m proud to continue to work with the State as we take tremendous steps to fund drug assistance programs and provide treatment for opioid use. It is also critical that we ensure all of us have the knowledge and tools at our disposal to stop an overdose in the process. This training gives people the tools to literally save a life and I’m happy to bring this and so many other ongoing resources to the people of South Queens,” said Pheffer Amato.
For those interested in attending the Narcan training please reach out to the Office of Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato at 718-945-9550 to reserve a spot.