Naloxone saves Columbus man’s life several times after overdose
Shane Hunter of Circleville talks about drug addiction and how he was revived multiple times by Narcan. Includes a list of where to get free Narcan in Columbus.
Barbara J. Perenic
Wayne County Coalitions is partnering with OneEighty and other civic groups to provide information and resources on overdose deaths at various locations on Friday, August 30.
Information stands can be found here:
- OneEighty, Wooster: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Orrville Goodwill: 4-6 p.m.
- Orrville YMCA: 9am-11am
Wayne County Public Library Locations
- Creston Branch: 3-5 p.m.
- Rittman Branch: 3-5pm
- Shreve Branch: 3-5 p.m.
- Wooster Branch: 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
In the United States, overdose is the leading cause of death among people ages 18 to 45. According to the Wayne County Coalitions, there will be 107,543 overdose deaths in 2023.
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is observed annually on August 30 to increase understanding of overdoses, reduce the stigma of substance-related deaths, and create change that reduces the harms associated with substance use.
Contact Kristina Hoskins, Community Prevention Manager at OneEighty, at [email protected] for more information.
