GIHN Offers Free Narcan Vending Station to Help Address Opioid Crisis
Gratiot Integrated Health Network (GIHN), in partnership with the Child Advocacy-Gratiot County Substance Abuse Coalition, offers a free Narcan vending station as part of ongoing efforts to address the opioid crisis in Gratiot County. This initiative focuses on harm reduction, overdose prevention, and increasing access to lifesaving resources for individuals and families impacted by opioid addiction.
Harm reduction recognizes that not everyone struggling with substance use is ready or able to seek treatment. Rather than focusing on judgment or stigma, harm reduction prioritizes saving lives, promoting safety, and keeping individuals alive so they have the opportunity to seek recovery when they are ready.
Narcan (naloxone) is a lifesaving medication that can rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Having Narcan readily available can mean the difference between life and death. Friends, family members, and community members are encouraged to carry Narcan, as an opioid overdose can happen unexpectedly, and anyone may find themselves in a position to help save a life.
The free Narcan vending station is conveniently located in the waiting room of Genoa Pharmacy, adjacent to the main lobby of Gratiot Integrated Health Network at 608 Wright Avenue, Alma, MI 48801. The station is accessible Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Narcan can be obtained quickly, easily, and anonymously, without cost, judgment, or stigma.
Through this partnership, GIHN and the Child Advocacy-Gratiot County Substance Abuse Coalition continue their commitment to reducing overdose deaths, breaking down barriers to lifesaving resources, and supporting individuals on their path toward recovery.
For more information, contact Gratiot Integrated Health Network at (989) 463-4971 or the Child Advocacy Center at (989) 463-1422.
Every life matters. Every second counts. Carry Narcan. Save a life.