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Oregon Bill Could Increase Narcan Access


An Oregon bill expanding access to naloxone could further empower
Deschutes County’s harm reduction efforts

An Oregon bill expanding access to the opioid overdose-reversing drug naloxone passed the Oregon House on March 6 and is awaiting approval by the Oregon Senate. HB 2385 allows public buildings to keep naloxone kits; currently, individuals can carry naloxone but organizations have to have a medical professional on staff to keep and administer a dose…

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