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Recognizing and combating opioid overdoses

Posted at 3:24 PM, Apr 08, 2024
and last updated 2024-04-08 15:24:34-04

RICHMOND, Va. -- With the growing number of opioid overdoses in the United States, it’s important for everyone to know the signs and treatment options available.

Joining us today are Jerome Adams, MD, MPH, executive director of Health Equity Initiatives at Purdue University and Madeline Hilliard, founder of Team Awareness Combating Overdose (TACO) and DopaGE.

They discuss warning signs to look out for as well as emergency treatment options like OPVEE.

For important safety information and to learn more, please click here.