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How to respond when you witness a drug overdose: A step-by-step guide

Olivia Belovich

11d ago· 2 min readen

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Summary

A brief public health guide on how to respond when witnessing a potential drug overdose. It outlines key steps: check your own safety first, attempt to rouse the person by shouting and shaking their shoulders, call 9-1-1 if unresponsive, and administer naloxone (Narcan), a free overdose reversal kit available in Ontario. The information is informed by addiction service workers in Ottawa.

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Check your own safety first. When approaching, look for anything that might endanger you, like open needles or other equipment.

If you don't get a response by shaking or shouting at the person, call 9-1-1 to make sure help is on the way.

Give naloxone (also known as the brand name Narcan). This is a rapid overdose reversal kit that is free in Ontario and available at many pharma

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Here’s what to do if you suspect you see someone who is overdosing, as informed by those who work in addiction services in Ottawa.

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