HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital has taken a new step in its fight against the opioid crisis by installing a free Narcan dispenser near its emergency department. The dispenser offers access to the life-saving medication Narcan, which can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Available to the public, it includes instructions on how to administer the medication along with resource materials to assist those in need.
Karla Dixon, Nurse Manager at Good Shepherd Hospital says that by providing easy access to lifesaving medication, she hopes to empower individuals to act in critical moments and save lives.
The installation of the dispenser was made possible through funding provided by a state grant and support from the Moultrie-Shelby County Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC) Council.
For individuals struggling with substance use, the hospital encourages reaching out for support by calling the national helpline of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
More information about HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital and its services can be found at hshsgoodshepherd.org.
