Participants will learn about opioids and risk
factors for overdose. They will then explore
strategies for rescues and practice strategies
through scenarios.
Tag: opioid overdose
Opioid Overdose Rescue (Part 1)
Participants will learn about opioids and risk
factors for overdose. They will then explore
strategies for rescues and practice strategies
through scenarios.
A Matter of Life and Death: A Look at 2021 Opioid-Related Fatalities and Trends with Northwestern District Attorney David E. Sullivan

Join us as we examine the sobering data showing record-breaking opioid-related fatalities in 2021 compared to 2020 in Franklin County and Athol with Northwestern District Attorney David E. Sullivan on Thursday, February 17, from 2 PM – 3 PM.
Opioid Overdose Rescue & Prevention Day 2: OOPTP Training Session
Join the Opioid Overdose Prevention Training Project team for an interactive training on Overdose Rescue and Prevention. It is recommended that participants take Part 1 of this training prior to Part 2, as this training will build on information and concepts from Part 1. In the second half, participants will explore strategies to address the risks of overdose with a harm reduction approach. This training will provide opportunities for discussion about issues of safety, grief, and moving toward behavior change.
*Please note that this an interactive training – we will utilize several different features on Zoom for activities, including breakout rooms, annotation, and chat. Participants are highly encouraged to have their video on (if they have access to a camera) to engage in discussions and activities.*
**ASL interpreters and CART services available upon request. Please email [email protected] at least 2 weeks prior to the training to let us know of any accommodations you will need when registering.**
Opioid Overdose Rescue & Prevention Day 1: OOPTP Training Session
Join the Opioid Overdose Prevention Training Project team for an interactive training on Overdose Rescue and Prevention. In the first half of this interactive training, participants will learn about opioids, risk factors for overdose, and the steps for overdose rescue.
*Please note that this an interactive training – we will utilize several different features on Zoom for activities, including breakout rooms, annotation, and chat. Participants are highly encouraged to have their video on (if they have access to a camera) to engage in discussions and activities.*
**ASL interpreters and CART services available upon request. Please email [email protected] at least 2 weeks prior to the training to let us know of any accommodations you will need when registering.**
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