I would tell anyone that having Naloxone on you is essentially a sign that I care about members of my community, I care about my neighbors...I consider this to be a sign of good citizenship, to have this available and to be willing and able to respond — Dr. Bonnie Milas
What to listen for:
Accidental overdose happens everywhere, to people from all walks of life, and continues to grow as a leading cause of death for Americans. But it doesn’t have to.
In this episode, learn about Naloxone, which has the power to reverse an overdose and help save lives. You will hear first-hand accounts from those who have used Naloxone, and insights from experts on the importance of carrying it. Everyone has a role to play in helping prevent overdoses.
Guests:
- Crystal, mother and advocate
- Dr. Bonnie Milas, anesthesiologist, intensivist, Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center
- Gay Owens, PharmD, MBA, Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs at Emergent