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Stop an Overdose with Narcan®

An overdose is a medical emergency. Be prepared. Carry Narcan®. Save a life.

Naloxone— known commonly by the brand name NARCAN®—blocks the effects of opioids like heroin and fentanyl. Fentanyl is deadly and has been found in heroin, cocaine, counterfeit pills, and other street drugs. Call 911 for help with an overdose.

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Overdose and Naloxone Resources

Information on types of naloxone, overdose prevention and response, and how to get naloxone

Other Opioid-Related Resources

MA opioid statistics, community resources, and resources for family and friends of those who use opioids

OEND Program Resources

Important documents, information, and other resources for administrators and employees of OEND programs

Municipality, State Agency, and First Responder Department Resources

Important documents, information, and other resources for naloxone programs

Healthcare Provider Resources

Important documents, information, and other resources for healthcare administrators and providers

Contact Information

Address

250 Washington St., Boston, MA 02180
Directions 

Phone

Main (617) 624–5111
Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline (800) 327–5050

Voice and hearing users

Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline (800) 720–3480

TTY and ASCII users

Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling (800) 426–1234

Toll free

Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling (617) 426–1855

TTY users

Confidential complaint line (617) 624–5171

Fax

Confidential complaint line (617) 624-5599
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