Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Naloxone Saves Lives #2
Naloxone Saves Lives #2
Naloxone Saves Lives #2
Sunday 21st June 2020
Discover how everyday citizens are becoming lifesavers with naloxone on 'Healthy Mind Matters'. Tune in for practical advice and inspiring stories.
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Get the buttons here!Naloxone: Everyday Heroes Saving Lives
This is any of us, because opioids in particular are so so dependence creating.
Imagine having the power to save a life with just one simple action. That's the focus of this episode of 'Healthy Mind Matters'. Host Maria Shilaos chats with Dr. Jennifer Plumb, Medical Director for Utah Naloxone, and Megan West, Program Manager at the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health. Together, they dive into the 'YOU and Naloxone Saved My Life' campaign, a movement showing how ordinary people can become lifesavers by administering naloxone during opioid overdoses. Dr.
Plumb and Megan West break down the steps of using naloxone, making it clear that you don't need a medical degree to make a difference. They also tackle common misconceptions about addiction, emphasizing that it can affect anyone, regardless of age or background. The conversation reveals some startling facts, like how the most likely person to die from an opioid overdose in Utah is a 25-year-old woman. This episode doesn't just inform; it calls you to action.
The guests stress the importance of having naloxone on hand in every home and fostering open conversations about addiction to break down harmful stigmas. By the end of the episode, you'll feel empowered to be part of this life-saving mission. So, if you're ready to learn how you can make a real impact in your community, tune in and discover the power of naloxone.