Health & Environment

Nasal Narcan Training at NEW Health

North End Waterfront Health will be offering two training sessions on how to administer Nasal Narcan for those who struggle with opiate addiction as well as family members. Nasal Narcan is an antidote that blocks the effects of opiate overdose on the brain and lets the person breathe again. When: Wednesday, March 18 Where: North Read More…

Health & Environment Police & Fire

Preventing Overdoses in Public Restrooms

The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) has noticed through client report and community meetings that a substantial number of fatal drug overdoses (ODs) are occurring in public restrooms, located in public spaces such as hospitals, restaurants, train stations, and hotels. In these cases, victims are more likely to receive delayed care because they are using Read More…