Overdose Response Program
Supporting individuals, loves ones, families and community with life-saving skills and resources to effectively respond to overdose medical emergenices and save lives, as part of MPAC's commitment to promoting safety and well-being.
MPAC is an authorized provider for the Maryland Center of Harm Reduction Services Overdose Response Program,
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which provides training for individuals, families, and community members on how to respond in the event of a medical overdose emergency. Attendees of the training will receive information and resources about:
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Recognize the warnings, symptoms, and signs of opioid overdose
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Training on responding to an opioid overdose;
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The proper use and administration of naloxone;
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Proper rescue breathing technique;
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The importance of contacting emergency medical services;
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The care of an individual after the administration of naloxone and
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Information about the Good Samaritan Law
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For training, contact the Maryland Peer Advisory Council (MPAC) at
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