Boone County Issues Drug Overdose Alert as Northern Kentucky Sees Unusually High Number of Non-Fatal Overdoses

Northern Kentucky has experienced a spike in nonfatal suspected overdoses between June 25th and July 1st, prompting Boone County to issue a drug overdose alert. According to the Northern Kentucky Health Department, this is an unusually high number of overdose encounters in a short period of time. To caution those who use drugs in the area, the health department has provided tips for drug users. These include always having naloxone on hand, calling 911 in case of an overdose, not using drugs alone, and checking in on others who may be at risk.

Naloxone, a medication used to reverse opioid overdoses, is readily available at various locations throughout Northern Kentucky through the health department’s county health centers. Those who receive a naloxone kit will also receive training on how to correctly administer it from a nurse. Additional information on obtaining naloxone and other harm reduction supplies can be found online.

Those in need of resources for substance abuse can turn to the overdose prevention lifeline at 877-696-1996. There are also treatment and recovery options available in Kentucky that can be accessed through a provided link. It is crucial for individuals struggling with substance abuse to seek help and utilize available resources to prevent overdose and promote recovery.