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*Media Advisory* Arlington Police Department Invites Public to Attend Narcan Training

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Arlington Police Department
Julie Flaherty, Acting Chief of Police
112 Mystic St.
Arlington, MA 02474

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019

Media Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

*Media Advisory*

Arlington Police Department Invites Public to Attend Narcan Training

ARLINGTON — Acting Chief Julie Flaherty would like to invite residents to attend a naloxone training and education event later this month.

WHEN: 

Thursday, Aug. 29 from 7-8 p.m.

WHERE: 

Fox Library, 175 Mass Ave., Arlington

WHAT: 

The Arlington Police Department is inviting the public to attend a free Narcan training this month.

Naloxone, an opioid overdose reversal medication, is also commonly known by the brand name, Narcan.

Members of the Arlington Police Department will train residents at the event to identify the signs of an overdose and properly administer Narcan. During the session, residents will also learn about the resources available for those seeking treatment. The training will also include a distribution of naloxone doses for attendees to keep and carry on their person.

“This training is an important opportunity for Arlington residents to learn how to properly identify when someone is having an overdose and administer Narcan safely,” Acting Chief Flaherty said. “This is a life saving training. Whether you have a loved one who is struggling with substance use or are simply a concerned citizen, we encourage anyone who wishes to carry Narcan to attend.”

Refreshments will also be served at the training.

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* Media Advisory* Canton Fire Department Invites Public to Attend Narcan Training

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Canton Fire Department
Chief Charles E. Doody
99 Revere St.
Canton, MA 02021

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

*Media Advisory*

Canton Fire Department Invites Public to Attend Narcan Training

CANTON — Chief Charles E. Doody would like to invite residents to attend a naloxone training and education event Wednesday. 

WHEN:

Wednesday, Feb. 13, from 6-8 p.m.

Where:

Canton Senior Center, 500 Pleasant St., Canton

WHAT:

The Canton Fire Department is partnering with the Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) Wednesday to hold a free community naloxone training event.

Naloxone, an opioid overdose reversal medication, is also commonly known by the brand name, Narcan.

The training will be conducted by Norwood Hospital Emergency Room Physician Dr. Michael Valkanas, and will train residents how to identify an overdose and properly administer naloxone. The training will also include a distribution of naloxone doses for attendees to keep and carry on their person.

Refreshments will also be served at the training. 

“It’s important that members of the public be trained to properly administer Narcan, should they ever encounter someone suffering an opioid overdose,” Chief Doody said. “All are encouraged to attend the training, whether you know someone suffering from opioid abuse or are a community member who wants to be prepared to help in the event of a tragedy.”

CAASA was formed in 2013 to to work against youth substance abuse, and is comprised of public health, school, fire, police, and parks and recreation officials as well as the Norfolk County DA’s office. Students, clinicians, and parents are also members of the CAASA.

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*Media Advisory* North Reading Police to Host Citizen CPR/Narcan Training

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North Reading Police Department
Chief Michael P. Murphy
150 Park St.
North Reading, MA 01864

For Immediate Release

Thursday, June 23, 2016

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

*Media Advisory* North Reading Police to Host Citizen CPR/Narcan Training

NORTH READING— Police Chief Michael P. Murphy announces that the North Reading Police Department, in conjunction with Winchester Hospital, will host the first Citizen Narcan-CPR Training for families in need.

The event comes amidst the nationwide opioid epidemic, which has left no community untouched by the disease of addiction.

“We are pleased to offer a training of this kind for the first time,” Chief Murphy said. “Opiate addiction is affecting not only our community, but our surrounding communities as well. We encourage everyone to attend.”

The training is open to the entire community. Spaces for individuals and families who have been affected by addiction have already been reserved. Extra seats will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis to those attending.

WHEN:

Monday, June 27 at 6 p.m.

WHERE:

North Reading Police Department Training Room, 150 Park St.

WHO:

  • Lt. Mark Zimmerman
  • Detective Thomas Hatch
  • Members of the Winchester Hospital Home Health Team

WHAT:

During the training, attendees will:

  • Learn about the current drug trends involving opioids
  • Learn how to administer the overdose-reversal drug, nasal Naloxone (Narcan)
  • Receive available Narcan dosage units
  • Learn how to obtain additional units of Narcan
  • Receive resources for families and at risk individuals
  • Learn life saving measures for someone suffering from an opioid overdose