Engaging Emergency Medical Services in Naloxone Distribution to Reduce Drug Overdoses

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Authors

Bina Ali · Institute for Research and Evaluation

Katharine A. Atwood · Pacific Institute For Research and Evaluation

Aree Sangpukdee · Institute for Research and Evaluation

Rebecca K. Hoffman · Pacific Institute For Research and Evaluation

Amanda Wensel · University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Amy Beaumier · Baltimore County Department of Health

Amy Park

Abstract

EMS is primarily designed to respond to emergencies. Enhanced training and support for EMS providers are needed to fully integrate harm reduction approaches to prevent drug overdoses.

Topics & Keywords

Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Substance Use & Misuse

Volume 60, Issue 13, pp. 2010-2015

DOI: 10.1080/10826084.2025.2530165

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