April 19, 2025

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Articles for tag: Michigan State Police, Narcan

Chelsea Schools’ Director of Safety and Security Talks Narcan and School Threat Training

In his most recent report to the Chelsea School District Board of Education, Doug Whitsel, the district’s Director of Safety and Security, updated the board on the introduction of Narcan into the district as well as about some helpful training through the Michigan State Police. Whitsel’s report went before the board at its Jan. 13 ...

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EMU Aims to Help Opioid Crisis with Narcan Training Events for Students, Faculty, and Staff 

By Brittany Mobley  Recent studies have highlighted a concerning rise in opioid overdoses on college campuses across the nation. To minimize overdose rates and increase emergency medical preparedness, Eastern Michigan University is hosting monthly training events for EMU students, faculty, and staff on administering Narcan in response to the opioid overdose crisis. These trainings are ...

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Washtenaw County Health launches the "It is Possible" campaign to support drug addiction recovery

Washtenaw County Health Department Re-Launches Recovery and Harm Reduction Campaign

Washtenaw County Health Department is re-launching the It Is Possible campaign in partnership with Livingston, Lenawee, and Monroe Counties. The campaign highlights stories of local people in recovery to foster hope that recovery from substance use disorder is possible. The campaign also shares critical resources available within each county to reduce the harms of substance use and support ...