Naloxone, often recognized by the brand name Narcan, is a medication designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdoses. It works by blocking the effects of opioids on the brain, restoring breathing and consciousness in individuals who have overdosed. In recent years, as the overdose crisis has ravaged communities across the United States, naloxone has emerged as a crucial tool in the battle to save lives.

Group sessions in Kennebec County focus on reducing preventable overdose deaths & how the public can save lives.

Experts Say NARCAN in Classrooms Can Help Prevent Deaths.