Saratoga County to host free Narcan training

FILE – The overdose-reversal drug Narcan is displayed during training for employees of the Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC), Dec. 4, 2018, in Philadelphia. San Francisco is amid a drug overdose epidemic and could become the first in the country to require every pharmacy within its boundaries to always carry naloxone, a drug that reverses overdoses caused by fentanyl and other opioids. San Francisco Supervisor Matt Dorsey will introduce a bill Tuesday, June 27, 2023, that if approved, would require every pharmacy in the city to always have in stock at least two nasal sprays containing the drug or face fines. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

by: Ben Mitchell

Posted: Sep 7, 2023 / 02:32 PM EDT

Updated: Sep 7, 2023 / 02:32 PM EDT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) — On Saturday, Saratoga County is hosting a free Narcan training and distribution event at Gavin Park. The drive-through event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Participants will learn how to recognize an opioid overdose and administer Narcan. Participants will also be able to take home a Narcan rescue kit that includes two doses of Narcan, a rescue breathing face shield, a certificate of training, a drug disposal system, and a mental health and substance use disorder resource guide.

Residents who are unable to attend can register for an overdose rescue kit. To register or view upcoming distribution events, click here.