Creating a Culture of Wellness
These programs focus on making the county healthier.
Turning the Tides: Naloxone Training Program
Gaston County residents and organizations can learn how to identify overdoses and administer Naloxone. The Gaston Controlled Substances Coalition (GCSC) will distribute Naloxone and encourage organizations to make it easily accessible to staff and community members.
The training will discuss
Naloxone
Why Naloxone is both harmless and beneficial
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
The routes by which people develop opioid use disorder – including Adverse Childhood Experiences
Opioids
The chemistry of opioids and their impact on the brain
Naloxone and Harm Reduction
Why Naloxone is critical in preventing harm
Pharmaceutical Industry
The role of big pharma in creating this epidemic
Municipal governments, businesses, nonprofits, schools, colleges, and faith-based organizations are encouraged to participate in the program. As a result, more people in Gaston County will:
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Recognize opioid overdose symptoms
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Understand opioids’ effects and why Naloxone works
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Commit to preventing opioid deaths
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Receive free Naloxone
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Effectively use Naloxone