LICKING COUNTY, Ohio — The Licking County Health Department issued an advisory to notify the public of an increase in recent drug overdoses.
The health department encourages anyone affected by substance use to follow a number of recommendations to prevent an overdose.
The recommendations include:
- Have naloxone, also known as Narcan, on hand. Naloxone is a drug which reverses the effects of opiates during a drug overdose,
- Do not use drugs when alone,
- Be aware of the dangers of mixing drugs,
- Be aware that stimulants do not prevent an opiate overdose.
To seek treatment, call the 211 Crisis Hotline and Information Center to be connected to substance use disorder services, treatment facilities, and overdose support in Licking and surrounding counties. Dial 211 or text your zip code to 898211.
"Our department has identified an increase in drug overdoses in Licking County. Family members, friends, and others who may be in a position to assist someone who is at risk of experiencing an opioid-related overdose may request free naloxone by visiting our website at www.lickingcohealth.org," said Licking County Health Commissioner Chad Brown.
Free naloxone is available for in-person pickup at the following locations:
- Licking County Health Department - 675 Price Rd., Newark - (740) 349-6535
- Behavioral Healthcare Partners - 65 Messimer Dr., Newark - (740) 522-8477
- Mental Health America -, 65 Messimer Dr., Newark - (740) 522-1341
- Family Health Services -100 McMillen Dr., Newark - (740) 344-9291
- Genoa Pharmacy - 65 Messimer Dr., Newark - (740) 522-0716
- The Main Place - 112 South Third St., Newark - (740) 345-6246
- Trinity Episcopal Church - 76 East Main St., Newark - (740) 345-5643
- Newark Homeless Outreach - 184 East Main St., Newark OH United States 43055 - (740) 405-5682
