Responding to opioid overdose emergencies

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

Resources:

• REVIVEme.com 
• American Heart Association
• American Red Cross

To learn more about what Emergent is doing to combat the opioid epidemic, visit www.emergentbiosolutions.com